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COMMON SERVICE BOOK 



OF THE 



LUTHERAN CHURCH 



AUTHORIZED BY 

THE UNITED LUTHERAN CHURCH 
IN AMERICA ( ! 



PHILADELPHIA 

THE BOARD OF PUBLICATION OF 

THE UNITED LUTHERAN CHURCH IN AMERICA 

1919 



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Copyright, 1919, by 

THE UNITED LUTHERAN CHURCH IN AMERICA 






AUG 18 1919 



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CONTENTS 



PAGE 

The Calendar 5 

The Service 7 

Matins 25 

Vespers 32 

Introits, Collects, Epistles, Gospels 37 

Sentences for the Seasons . . .- 190 

Invitatories, Antiphons, Responsories 191 

Collects and Prayers 207 

General Prayers 236 

The Litaxy 236 

The Suffrages 242 

The Bidding Prayer 249 

The Psalms 258 

The Canticles 355 

The History of the Passion of Our Lord 364 

The Occasional Services 389 

Order for the Baptism of Infants 389 

Confirmation of Lay Baptism 394 

Order for the Baptism of Adults 395 

Order for Confirmation 399 

Order for Public Confession 403 

Order for Private Confession and Absolution 409 

Order for the Communion of the Sick 410 

Lessons and Prayers for the Sick 414 

Order for the Commendation of the Dying 428 

Order for the Burial of the Dead 430 

Order for Marriage 449 

Order for Ordination 454 

Order for the Installation of a Pastor 460 

Order for Laying the Corner-stone of a Church . . 464 

Order for the Dedication of a Church 468 

Order for the Opening of Synods 474 

Order for the Closing of Synods 478 

Order for the Installation of a Church Council. . 481 

General Rubrics 484 

The Small Catechism 515 

Prefaces 529 

THE HYMNAL 



THE CALENDAR 



Advent Sunday 

The Advent Season — Four Weeks 

St. Thomas, Apostle 

Christmas Day, The Nativity of our 

Lord *. 

St. Stephen, Martyr. 

St. John, Apostle, Evangelist 

The Circumcision of our Lord 

The Epiphany of our Lord 

The Epiphany Season — One to Six 

Weeks 

The Transfiguration of our Lord . . . 

Septuagesima Sunday 

Sexagesima Sunday 

Quinquagesima Sunday 

The Conversion of St. Paul 

The Presentation of our Lord 

St. Matthias, Apostle 

Ash Wednesday, The First Day of 
Lent 

The Lenten-tide — Forty-six Days . 

Invocavit, 1st Sunday in Lent 

Reminiscere, 2d Sunday in Lent 

Oculi, 3d Sunday in Lent 

Laetare, 4th Sunday in Lent 

Judica, Passion Sunday 

Palmarum, 6th Sunday in Lent 

Monday in Holy Week 

Tuesday in Holy Week 

Wednesday in Holy Week. 

Thursday in Holy Week 



December 21 



December 

December 

December 

January 

January 



25 

26 

27 

1 

6 



January 25 
February 2 
February 2J> 



THE CALENDAR 



THE CALENDAR 



Good Friday 


March 

April 
May 

June 

June 

July 

July 

August 

September 

September 

October 

October 

October 

November 

November 




Saturday in Holy Week 




Easter Day, The Resurrection of 
our Lord 




The Easter Season — Forty Days . . 
The Annunciation 


25 


quasluodogeniti, 1st sunday after 
Easter 




mlsericordias, 2d sunday after 
Easter 




Jubilate, 3d Sunday after Easter . . . 
Cantate, 4th Sunday after Easter. . . 
Rogate, 5th Sunday after Easter. . . . 
The Ascension of our Lord 




Exaudi, The Sunday after the As- 
cension 




St. Mark, Evangelist 


85 


St. Philip and St. James, Apostles . . . 
Whitsunday 


1 


The Festival of the Holy Trinity . . . 
The Trinity Season — Twenty-two 
to Twenty-seven Weeks 




The Nativity of St. John, the Baptist 
St. Peter and St. Paul, Apostles .... 
The Visitation 


2k 
29 

2 


St. James, the Elder, Apostle 

St. Bartholomew, Apostle 


25 
2k 
21 
29 
18 
28 
31 
1 
SO 


St. Matthew, Apostle, Evangelist. . . 

St. Michael and All Angels 

St. Luke, Evangelist 

St. Simon and St. Jude, Apostles .... 
The Festival of the Reformation. . . 

All Saints' Day 

St. Andrew, Apostle 



THE SERVICE 



If The General Rubrics contain directions additional to those which 
appear in the Services. 



I 



If The Congregation shall rise, and the Minister shall say: 

N the Name of the Father, and of the Son, 
and of the Holy Ghost. 

1f The Congregation shall sing or say: 

Amen. 



THE CONFESSION OF SINS 
1f The Minister shall say: 

BELOVED in the Lord! Let us draw near 
with a true heart, and confess our sins 
unto God our Father, beseeching Him, in 
the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ, to grant 
us forgiveness. 

Our help is in the Name of the Lord. 
Response. Who made heaven and earth. 

I said, I will confess my transgressions unto the Lord. 
1^7. And Thou forgavest the iniquity of my sin. 

If Then shall the Minister say: 

A LMIGHTY GOD, our Maker and Re- 
iV deemer, we poor sinners confess unto 
Thee, that we are by nature sinful and un- 

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8 THE SERVICE 



clean, and that we have sinned against Thee 
by thought, word, and deed. Wherefore we 
flee for refuge to Thine infinite mercy, seek- 
ing and imploring Thy grace, for the sake of 
our Lord Jesus Christ.- 

If The Congregation shall say with the Minister: 

OMOST Merciful God, Who hast given 
Thine Only-begotten Son to die for us, 
have mercy upon us, and for His sake grant 
us remission of all our sins: and by Thy 
Holy Spirit increase in us true knowledge 
of Thee, and of Thy will, and true obedience 
to Thy Word, to the end that by Thy grace 
we may come to everlasting life; through 
Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. 

jf Then shall the Minister say: 

A LMIGHTY God, our Heavenly Father, 
XjL hath had mercy upon us, and hath 
given His Only Son to die for us, and for His 
sake forgiveth us all our sins. To them that 
believe on His Name, He giveth power to be- 
come the sons of God, and bestoweth upon 
them His Holy Spirit. He that believeth, 
and is baptized, shall be saved. Grant this, 
O Lord, unto us all. 

1f The Congregation shall sing or say: 

Amen. 



THE COMMUNION 



1f The Congregation shall stand until the close of the Collect. 

THE INTROIT 

1f The Introit for the Day (pp. 37-188) with the Gloria Patri shall 

be sung or said. 

GLORIA PATRI 

GLORY be to the Father, and to the Son, 
and to the Holy Ghost: as it was in the 
beginning, is now, and ever shah be, world 
without end. Amen. 

If Then shall be sung or said the Kyrie. 
THE KYRIE 

IORD, have mercy upon us. 
J ^7. Lord, have mercy upon us. 
Christ, have mercy upon us. 

1^7. Christ, have mercy upon us. 
Lord, have mercy upon us. 

1^7. Lord, have mercy upon us. 

If Then shall be sung the Gloria in Excelsis. 
GLORIA IN EXCELSIS 

If The Minister shall say: 

Glory be to God on high! 

•If The Congregation shall sing: 

GLORY be to God on high, and on earth 
peace, good will toward men. We 
praise Thee, we bless Thee, we worship Thee, 
we glorify Thee, we give thanks to Thee for 
Thy great glory, O Lord God, heavenly 
King, God the Father Almighty. 

O Lord, the Only-begotten Son, Jesus 
Christ; O Lord God, Lamb of God, Son of 



10 THE SERVICE 



the Father, that takest away the sin of the 
world, have mercy upon us. Thou that tak- 
est away the sin of the world, receive our 
prayer. Thou that sittest at the right hand 
of God the Father, have mercy upon us. 

For Thou only art holy ; Thou only art the 
Lord; Thou only, O Christ, with the Holy 
Ghost, art most high in the glory of God the 
Father. Amen. 

1f Then shall the Minister say: 

The Lord be with you. 
R?. And with thy spirit. 

1f The Minister shall say: 

Let us pray. 

If Then shall the Minister say the Collect for the Day (pp. 37-188). 

THE COLLECT 

If. The Collect ended, the Congregation shall sing or say: 

Amen. 

Tf Then shall the Minister announce the Epistle for the Day, saying: 
The Epistle for (here he shall name the Festival or Day) is written 
in the — Chapter of , beginning at the Verse. 

THE EPISTLE 

1f The Epistle ended, the Minister shall say: Here endeth the Epistle 

for the Day. 

1f Then may the Gradual for the Day be sung. 

THE GRADUAL 

If When the Gradual is omitted, the Hallelujah or the Sentence for 
the Season may be sung. (Sentences, p. 190.) 



THE COMMUNION 11 

THE HALLELUJAH 

Hallelujah. 

If In Lent this Sentence shall be sung instead of the Hallelujah: 
Christ hath humbled Himself, and become obedient 
unto death: even the death of the cross. 

If Then shall the Minister announce the Gospel for the Day, saying: 

The Holy Gospel is written in the Chapter of St. , 

beginning at the Verse. 

Tf The Congregation shall rise and sing or say: 

Glory be to Thee, O Lord. 

1f Then shall the Minister read the Gospel for the Day. 

THE GOSPEL 

% The Gospel ended, the Minister shall say: Here endeth the Gospel 

for the Day. 

If The Congregation shall sing or say: 

Praise be to Thee, O Christ. 

If Then shall be said or sung the Creed. 

THE CREED 
THE NICENE CREED 

BELIEVE in one God, the Father Al- 



i 



mighty, Maker of heaven and earth, And 
of all things visible and invisible. 

And in one Lord Jesus Christ, the Only- 
begotten Son of God, Begotten of His Fa- 
ther before all worlds, God of God, Light of 
Light, Very God of very God, Begotten, not 
made, Being of one substance with the 
Father, By Whom all things were made; 
Who, for us men, and for our salvation, 
came down from heaven, And was incarnate 



12 THE SERVICE 



by the Holy Ghost of the Virgin Mary, And 
was made man; And was crucified also for us 
under Pontius Pilate. He suffered and was 
buried; And the third day He rose again, ac- 
cording to the Scriptures; And ascended into 
heaven, And sitteth on the right hand of 
the Father; And He shall come again with 
glory to judge both the quick and the dead; 
Whose kingdom shall have no end. 

And I believe in the Holy Ghost, The 
Lord and Giver of Life, Who proceedeth 
from the Father and the Son, Who with the 
Father and the Son together is worshipped 
and glorified, Who spake by the Prophets. 
And I believe one holy Christian and Apos- 
tolic Church. I acknowledge one Baptism 
for the remission of sins; And I look for the 
Resurrection of the dead; And the Life of 
the world to come. Amen. 

THE APOSTLES' CREED 

I BELIEVE in God the Father Almighty, 
Maker of heaven and earth. 
And in Jesus Christ His only Son, our 
Lord; Who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, 
Born of the Virgin Mary; Suffered under 
Pontius Pilate, Was crucified, dead, and 
buried; He descended into hell; The third 
day He rose again from the dead; He as- 
cended into heaven, And sitteth on the right 
hand of God the Father Almighty; From 



THE COMMUNION 13 

thence He shall come to judge the quick and 
the dead. 

I believe in the Holy Ghost; The holy 
Christian Church, the Communion of Saints; 
The Forgiveness of sins; The Resurrection 
of the body; And the Life everlasting. Amen. 

1f Then shall be sung the Hymn. 
THE HYMN 

If Then shall follow the Sermon. 
THE SERMON 

1f The Sermon ended, the Congregation shall rise and the Minister 

shall say: 

THE Peace of God, which passeth all un- 
derstanding, keep your hearts and 
minds through Christ Jesus. 

% Then shall be sung the Offertory, at the close of which the Congre- 
gation shall be seated. 

If One of the Offertories here following, or any other suitable Offertory, 

may be used. 

THE OFFERTORY 

I 

THE sacrifices of God are a broken spirit: 
a broken and a contrite heart, O God, 
Thou wilt not despise. 

Do good in Thy good pleasure unto Zion: 
build Thou the walls of Jerusalem. 

Then shalt Thou be pleased with the sac- 
rifices of righteousness: with burnt-offering 
and whole burnt-offering. 



14 THE SERVICE 



II 

CREATE in me a clean heart, O God: and 
renew a right spirit within me. 
Cast me not away from Thy presence: 
and take not Thy Holy Spirit from me. 

Restore unto me the joy of Thy salvation: 
and uphold me with Thy free Spirit. 

Tf Then shall the Offering be received and placed by the Minister upon 

the Altar, 

THE OFFERING 

If Then shall follow the General Prayer. 

1| At the end of each paragraph the Congregation may say: We beseech 
Thee to hear us, good Lord. 

THE GENERAL PRAYER 

Let us pray. 

A LMIGHTY and most Merciful God, the 
11 Father of our Lord Jesus Christ: We 
give Thee thanks for all Thy goodness and 
tender mercies, especially for the gift of Thy 
dear Son, and for the revelation of Thy will 
and grace; and we beseech Thee so to implant 
Thy Word in us, that, in good and honest 
hearts, we may keep it, and bring forth fruit 
by patient continuance in well doing. 

Most heartily we beseech Thee so to rule 
and govern Thy Church universal, that it 
may be preserved in the pure doctrine of Thy 
saving Word, whereby faith toward Thee 
may be strengthened, and charity increased 
in us toward all mankind. 



THE COMMUNION 15 



Send forth Thy light and Thy truth unto 
the uttermost parts of the earth. Raise up 
faithful pastors and missionaries to preach 
the Gospel in our own land and to all na- 
tions; and guide, protect, and prosper them 
in all their labors. 

Bless, we pray Thee, the institutions of 
the Church; its colleges, its seminaries, and 
all its schools; that they may send forth men 
and women to serve Thee, in the Ministry 
of the Word, the Ministry of Mercy, and all 
the walks of life. 

Let the light of Thy Word ever shine 
within our homes. Keep the children of the 
Church in the covenant which Thou hast 
made with them in Holy Baptism; and grant 
all parents grace to bring them up in faith 
toward Thee and in obedience to Thy will. 

Grant also health and prosperity to all that 
are in authority, especially to the President 
[and Congress] of the United States, the Gov- 
ernor [and Legislature] of this Commonwealth, 
and to all our Judges and Magistrates; and 
endue them with grace to rule after Thy 
good pleasure, to the maintenance of right- 
eousness, and to the hinderance and punish- 
ment of wickedness, that we may lead a 
quiet and peaceable life, in all godliness and 
honesty. 

All who are in trouble, want, sickness, 



16 THE SERVICE 



anguish of labor, peril of death, or any other 
adversity, especially those who are in suffering 
for Thy Name and for Thy truth's sake, com- 
fort, God, with Thy Holy Spirit, that they 
may receive and acknowledge their afflictions 
as the manifestation of Thy fatherly will. 

And although we have deserved Thy right- 
eous wrath and manifold punishments, yet, 
we entreat Thee, most Merciful Father, 
remember not the sins of our youth, no* our 
many transgressions; but out of Thine un- 
speakable goodness, grace and mercy, defend 
us from all harm and danger of body and 
soul. Preserve us from false and pernicious 
doctrine, from war and bloodshed, from 
plague and pestilence, from all calamity by 
fire and water, from hail and tempest, from 
failure of harvest and from famine, from 
anguish of heart and despair of Thy mercy, 
and from an evil death. And in every time 
of trouble, show Thyself a very present Help, 
the Saviour of all men, and especially of 
them that believe. 

Cause also the needful fruits of the earth 
to prosper, that we may enjoy them in due 
season. Give success to all lawful occupa- 
tions on land and sea; to all pure arts and 
useful knowledge; and crown them with 
Thy blessing. 

^f Here special Supplications, Intercessions, and Prayers may be made. 



THE COMMUNION 17 

These, and whatsoever other things Thou 
wouldest have us ask of Thee, O God, vouch- 
safe unto us, for the sake of the bitter suffer- 
ings and death of Jesus Christ, Thine only 
Son, our Lord and Saviour, Who liveth and 
reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, 
ever One God, world without end. 

If Then shall the Minister and the Congregation say the Lord's Prayer. 

OUR Father, Who art in heaven; Hal- 
lowed be Thy Name; Thy kingdom 
come; Thy will be done on earth, as it is in 
heaven; Give us this day our daily bread; 
And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive 
those who trespass against us; And lead us not 
into temptation; But deliver us from evil; 
For Thine is the kingdom, and the powder, 
and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen. 

1f Then shall be sung a Hymn. 
HYMN 



\ If there be no Communion, the Minister, standing at the Altar, shall 

say the Benediction. 

THE Lord bless thee, and keep thee. 
The Lord make His face shine upon thee, and 
be gracious unto thee. 

The Lord lift up His countenance upon thee, and 
give thee peace. 

Tf The Congregation shall sing or say: 
Amen. 



18 THE SERVICE 



THE HOLY COMMUNION 

1f When there is a Communion, the Minister shall go to the Altar during 
the singing of the Hymn. After Silent Prayer, he shall uncover the 
Vessels and reverently prepare for the Administration of the Holy 
Sacrament. 

If The Congregation shall rise and stand until the end of the Agnus Dei. 

THE PREFACE 

1f The Minister shall say: 

THE Lord be with you. 
1^7. And with thy spirit. 

Lift up your hearts. 

BJ. We lift them up unto the Lord. 

Let us give thanks unto the Lord our God. 
B/. It is meet and right so to do. 

1T Then shall the Minister turn to the Altar and say: 

IT is truly meet, right, and salutary, that 
we should at all times, and in all places, 
give thanks unto Thee, O Lord, Holy Father, 
Almighty Everlasting God: 

11 Here shall follow the Proper Preface for the Day or Season. If 
there be none especially appointed, there shall follow immediately, 
Therefore with Angels, etc. 

PROPER PREFACES 

For Christmas 

FOR in the mystery of the Word made flesh, Thou 
hast given us a new revelation of Thy glory; that 
seeing Thee in the person of Thy Son, we may be 
drawn to the love of those things which are not seen. 
Therefore with Angels, etc. 



THE COMMUNION 19 

For Epiphany 

AND now do we praise Thee, that Thou didst send 
Xa. unto us Thine Only-begotten Son, and that in 
Him, being found in fashion as a man, Thou didst re- 
veal the fullness of Thy Glory. Therefore with Angels, 
etc. 

For Lent 

WHO on the Tree of the Cross didst give salva- 
tion unto mankind; that whence death arose, 
thence life also might rise again : and that he who by a 
tree once overcame, might likewise by a Tree be over- 
come, through Christ our Lord; through Whom with 
Angels, etc. 

For Easter 

BUT chiefly are we bound to praise Thee for the 
glorious Resurrection of Thy Son, Jesus Christ, 
our Lord: for He is the very Paschal Lamb, which was 
offered for us, and hath taken away the sin of the world; 
Who by His death hath destroyed death, and by His 
rising to life again, hath restored to us everlasting life. 
Therefore with Angels, etc. 

For the Festival of the Ascension 

THROUGH Jesus Christ our Lord, Who, after His 
Resurrection, appeared openly to all His disciples, 
and in their sight was taken up into Heaven, that He 
might make us partakers of His Divine Nature. There- 
fore with Angels, etc. 

For the Festival of Pentecost 

THROUGH Jesus Christ, Thy dear Son, our Lord 
and Saviour; Who ascending above the heavens 
and sitting at Thy right hand, poured out [on this day] 
the Holy Spirit as He had promised, upon the chosen 
disciples; whereat the whole earth rejoices with exceed- 
ing joy. Therefore with Angels, etc. 



20 THE SEEVICE 



For the Festival of the Holy Trinity 

WHO with Thine Only-begotten Son, and the 
Holy Ghost, art One God, One Lord. And in 
the confession of the only true God, we worship the 
Trinity in Person, and the Unity in Substance, of 
Majesty Co-equal. Therefore with Angels, etc. 

Tf After the Preface shall follow immediately: 

THEREFORE with Angels and Archan- 
gels, and with all the company of heav- 
en, we laud and magnify Thy glorious Name; 
evermore praising Thee, and saying: 

Tf Then shall be sung or said the Sanctus. 
THE SANCTUS 

HOLY, Holy, Holy, Lord God of Sab- 
aoth; Heaven and earth are full of 
Thy glory; Hosanna in the highest. 

Blessed is He that cometh in the Name of 
the Lord; Hosanna in the highest. 

THE LORDS PRAYER 

1f Then shall the Minister say: 

Let us pray. 

OUR Father, Who art in heaven; Hal- 
lowed be Thy Name; Thy kingdom 
come; Thy will be done on earth, as it is in 
heaven; Give us this day our daily bread; 
And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive 
those who trespass against us; And lead us not 



THE COMMUNION 21 

into temptation; But deliver us from evil; 
For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, 
and the glory, for ever and ever. 

If The Congregation shall sing or say: 

Amen. 

If Then shall the Minister say the Words of Institution. 
THE WORDS OF INSTITUTION 

OUR Lord JeSUS Christ, in (a) Here he shall 
the night in which He Jf ft^U 
was betrayed, Hook bread; and hand - 
when He had given thanks, He brake it and 
gave it to His disciples, saying, Take, eat; 
this is My Body, which is given for you; 
this do in remembrance of Me. 

After the same manner also, He b took the 
cup, when He had supped, and {b) Here he shall 
when He had given thanks, He fa** the Cup in Ms 
gave it to them, saying, Drink 
ye all of it; this cup is the New Testament 
in My Blood, which is shed for you, and for 
many, for the remission of sins; this do, as 
oft as ye drink it, in remembrance of Me. 

If Then shall the Minister turn to the Congregation and say: 

The Peace of the Lord be with you alway. 

Tf The Congregation shall sing or say: 

Amen. 



22 THE SERVICE 



If Then shall be sung or said the Agnus Dei. 
AGNUS DEI 

O CHRIST, Thou Lamb of God, that 
takes t away the sin of the world, have 
mercy upon us. 

O Christ, Thou Lamb of God, that tak- 
est away the sin of the world, have mercy 
upon us. 

O Christ, Thou Lamb of God, that takest 
away the sin of the world, grant us Thy 
peace. Amen. 

If Then shall the Communicants present themselves before the Altar 
and receive the Holy Sacrament. 

THE ADMINISTRATION 

Tf When the Minister giveth the Bread he shall say: 

Take and eat, this is the Body of Christ, 
given for thee. 

If When he giveth the Cup he shall say: 

Take and drink, this is the Blood of the 
New Testament, shed for thy sins. 

If After he hath given the Bread and the Cup, the Minister shall say: 

The Body of our Lord Jesus Christ and 
His precious Blood strengthen and preserve 
you in true faith unto everlasting life. 

1f Then shall the Congregation rise, and the Nunc Dimittis may be 

sung or said. 



E 



NUNC DIMITTIS 

ORD, now lettest Thou Thy servant de- 
part in peace: according to Thy word; 



THE COMMUNION 23 

For mine eyes have seen Thy salvation: 
which Thou hast prepared before the face 
of all people; 

A light to lighten the Gentiles: and the 
glory of Thy people Israel. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, 
and to the Holy Ghost: 

As it was in the beginning, is now, and 
ever shall be, world without end. Amen. 

If Then shall be said the Thanksgiving. 

THE THANKSGIVING 

1f The Minister shall say: 

O give thanks unto the Lord, for He is good. 
Itf. And His mercy endureth for ever. 

WE give thanks to Thee, Almighty God, 
that Thou hast refreshed us with 
this Thy salutary gift; and we beseech Thee, 
of Thy mercy, to strengthen us through the 
same in faith toward Thee, and in fervent 
love toward one another; through Jesus 
Christ, Thy dear Son, our Lord, Who liveth 
and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, 
ever One God, world without end. 

If The Congregation shall sing or say: 

Amen. 

Tf Then may be sung or said the Salutation and the Benedicamus. 

The Lord be with vou. 
B?. And with thy spirit. 



24 THE SERVICE 



Bless we the Lord. 

RJ. Thanks be to God. 

If Then shall the Minister say the Benediction. 
THE BENEDICTION 

THE Lord bless thee, and keep thee. 
The Lord make His face shine upon 
thee, and be gracious unto thee. 

The Lord lift up His countenance upon 
thee, and give thee peace. 

If The Congregation shall sing or say: 

Amen- 



MATINS 



TT The General Rubrics contain directions additional to those which 
appear in the Services. 



If The Versicles with the Gloria Patri shall be sung or said, the Con- 
gregation standing until the end of the Venite. 

If The Hallelujah shall be omitted in Lent. 

THE VERSICLES 

OLORD, open Thou my lips. 
Response. And my mouth shall show 
forth Thy praise. 

Make haste, O God, to deliver me. 
I?7. Make haste to help me, O Lord. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, 
and to the Holy Ghost: 

Jty. As it was in the beginning, is now, 
and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. 
Hallelujah. 

Tf Then may follow the Invitatory with the Venite. 
THE INVITATORY 

O come, let us worship the Lord. 
1^7. For He is our Maker. 

VEXITE EXULTEMUS 

OCOME, let us sing unto the Lord: let 
us make a joyful noise to the Rock of 
our salvation. 

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26 MATINS 



Let us come before His presence with 
thanksgiving: and make a joyful noise unto 
Him with psalms. 

For the Lord is a great God: and a great 
King above all gods. 

In His hand are the deep places of the 
earth: the strength of the hills is His also. 

The sea is His, and He made it: and His 
hands formed the dry land. 

O come, let us worship and bow down: let 
us kneel before the Lord our Maker. 

For He is our God: and we are the people 
of His pasture, and the sheep of His hand. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, 
and to the Holy Ghost: 

As it was in the beginning, is now, and 
ever shall be, world without end. Amen. 

If Then shall be sung the Hymn. 
THE HYMN 

If Then, all standing, shall be sung or said one or more Psalms. 

THE PSALM 

Tf At the end of each Psalm the Congregation shall sing or say the 

Gloria Patri. 

GLORIA PATRI 

GLORY be to the Father, and to the Son, 
and to the Holy Ghost: as it was in the 
beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world 
without end. Amen. 



MATINS 27 



THE LESSON 

If The Scripture Lessons shall then be read. After each Lesson shall 
be sung or said the Response. 

O Lord, have mercy upon us. 
B/. Thanks be to God. 

If After the Lesson a Responsory or a Hymn may be sung. 
If A brief Sermon may then follow. 

THE CANTICLE 

If The Congregation shall rise and sing or say the Canticle. 



TE DEUM LAUDAMUS 

WE praise Thee, O God: we acknowl- 
edge Thee to be the Lord. 

All the earth doth worship Thee: the 
Father everlasting. 

To Thee all Angels cry aloud: the heavens, 
and all the powers therein. 

To Thee Cherubim and Seraphim: con- 
tinually do cry, 

Holv, Holv, Holv: Lord God of Sabaoth; 

Heaven and earth are full of the Majesty: 
of Thy Glorv. 

The glorious company of the Apostles: 
praise Thee. 

The goodly fellowship of the Prophets: 
praise Thee. 

The noble army of Martyrs: praise Thee. 

The holy Church throughout all the world: 
doth acknowledge Thee; 

The Father: of an infinite Majesty; 



28 MATINS 



Thine adorable, true: and only Son; 
Also the Holy Ghost: the Comforter. 

Thou art the King of Glory: O Christ. 

Thou art the everlasting Son: of the Father. 

When Thou tookest upon Thee to deliver 
man: Thou didst humble Thyself to be born 
of a Virgin. 

When Thou hadst overcome the sharpness 
of death : Thou didst open the kingdom of 
heaven to all believers. 

Thou sittest at the right hand of God: in 
the glory of the Father. 

We believe that Thou shalt come: to be 
our Judge. 

We therefore pray Thee, help Thy ser- 
vants: whom Thou hast redeemed with Thy 
precious blood. 

Make them to be numbered with Thy 
saints: in glory everlasting. 

O Lord, save Thy people: and bless Thine 
heritage. 

Govern them: and lift them up for ever. 

Day by day: we magnify Thee; 

And we worship Thy Name: ever, world 
without end. 

Vouchsafe, O Lord: to keep us this day 
without sin. 

O Lord, have mercy upon us: have mercy 
upon us. 



MATINS 29 



O Lord, let Thy mercy be upon us: as our 
trust is in Thee. 

O Lord, in Thee have I trusted: let me 
never be confounded. 

BENEDICTUS 

BLESSED be the Lord God of Israel: for He 
hath visited and redeemed His people; 

And hath raised up a horn of salvation for 
us: in the house of His servant David; 

As He spake by the mouth of His holy 
prophets: which have been since the world 
began; 

That we should be saved from our ene- 
mies: and from the hand of all that hate us; 

To perform the mercy promised to our 
fathers: and to remember His holy covenant; 

The oath which He sware to our father 
Abraham: that He would grant unto us; 

That we, being delivered out of the hand of 
our enemies: might serve Him without fear, 

In holiness and righteousness before Him: 
all the days of our life. 

And thou, child, shalt be called the proph- 
et of the Highest: for thou shalt go before 
the face of the Lord to prepare His ways; 

To give knowledge of salvation unto His 
people: by the remission of their sins, 

Through the tender mercy of our God: 
whereby the Dayspring from on -high hath 
visited us; 



30 MATINS 



To give light to them that sit in darkness 
and in the shadow of death: to guide our feet 
into the way of peace. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, 
and to the Holy Ghost: 

As it was in the beginning, is now, and 
ever shall be, world without end. Amen. 

THE PRAYER 

If Then shall be said the Prayers. 
1f The Minister shall say: 

Lord, have mercy upon us. 

If The Congregation shall sing or say: 

Lord, have mercy upon us. 
Christ, have mercy upon us. 
Lord, have mercy upon us. 

If Then shall all say the Lord's Prayer. 

OUR Father, Who art in heaven; Hal- 
lowed by Thy Name; Thy kingdom 
come; Thy will be done on earth, as it is in 
heaven; Give us this day our daily bread; 
And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive 
those who trespass against us; And lead us not 
into temptation; But deliver us from evil; 
For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, 
and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen. 

If- Then may be sung or said: 

The Lord be with vou. 
ty. And with thy spirit. 

If The Minister shall say: 

Let us pray. 



MATINS 31 



If Then shall be said the Collect for the Day. 

THE COLLECT FOR THE DAY 

1f Other Collects may then be said, and after them this Collect for 
Grace, with which a Versicle may be used. 

f. Let my mouth be filled with Thy praise. 
R?. And with Thy honor all the day. 

COLLECT FOR GRACE 

OLORD, our Heavenly Father, Almighty 
and Everlasting God, Who hast safely 
brought us to the beginning of this day: De- 
fend us in the same with Thy mighty power; 
and grant that this day we fall into no sin, 
neither run into any kind of danger; but 
that all our doings, being ordered by Thy 
governance, may be righteous in Thy 
sigfct; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our 
Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee 
and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world 
without end. Amen. 

Tf Then may be sung or said the Benedicamus. 

Bless we the Lord. 

ty. Thanks be to God. 

If Then shall the Minister say the Benediction. 

THE Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and 
the Love of God, and the Communion 
of the Holy Ghost, be with you all. Amen. 



VESPERS 



Tf The General Rubrics contain directions additional to those which 
appear in the Services. 



If The Versicles with the Gloria Patri shall be sung or said, the Con- 
gregation standing until the end of the Psalm. 

1f The Hallelujah shall be omitted in Lent. 
THE VERSICLES 

OLORD, open Thou my lips. 
Response. And my mouth shall show 
forth Thy praise. 

Make haste, O God, to deliver me. 
Jtf. Make haste to help me, O Lord. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, 
and to the Holy Ghost: 

I$7. As it was in the beginning, is now, 
and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. 
Hallelujah. 

If Then shall be sung or said one or more Psalms. 

THE PSALM 

1f At the end of each Psalm the Congregation shall sing or say the 

Gloria Patri. 

GLORIA PATRI 

GLORY be to the Father, and to the Son, 
and to the Holy Ghost: as it was in the 
beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world 
without end. Amen. / 

32 



VESPERS 33 



THE LESSON 

If The Scripture Lessons shall then be read. After each Lesson shall 
be sung or said the Response. 

O Lord, have mercy upon us. 
^7. Thanks be to God. 

If After the Lesson a Responsory or a Hymn may be sung. 

1f A Sermon may then folloiu. 

1f The Offering may then be received and placed upon the Altar. 

% Then shall be sung the Hymn. 

THE HYMN 

1f The Congregation shall rise and sing or say the Canticle. 

If A Versicle shall be used with the Canticle. 

S. Let my prayer be set forth before Thee as incense. 
Ttf. And the lifting up of my hands as the evening 
sacrifice. 

THE CANTICLE 

MAGNIFICAT 

MY soul doth magnify the Lord: and my 
spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour. 

For He hath regarded: the low estate of 
His handmaiden. 

For behold, from henceforth: all genera- 
tions shall call me blessed. 

For He that is mighty hath done to me 
great things: and holy is His Name. 

And His mercy is on them that fear Him: 
from generation to generation. 

He hath showed strength with His arm: 
He hath scattered the proud in the imagina- 
tion of their hearts. 



34 VESPERS 



He hath put down the mighty from their 
seats: and exalted them of low degree. 

He hath filled the hungry with good 
things: and the rich He hath sent empty 
away. 

He hath holpen His servant Israel, in re- 
membrance of His mercy: as He spake to 
our fathers, to Abraham, and to his seed 
for ever. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, 
and to the Holy Ghost: 

As it was in the beginning, is now, and 
ever shall be, world without end. Amen. 

NUNC DIMITTIS 

IORD, now lettest Thou Thy servant de- 
_J part in peace: according to Thy word; 

For mine eyes have seen Thy salvation: 
which Thou hast prepared before the face of 
all people; 

A light to lighten the Gentiles: and the 
glory of Thy people Israel. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, 
and to the Holy Ghost: 

As it was in the beginning, is now, and 
ever shall be, world without end. Amen. 

THE PRAYER 

If Then shall be said the Prayers. 
If The Minister shall say: 

Lord, have mercy upon us. 



VESPERS 35 



If The Congregation shall sing or say: 

Lord, have mercy upon us. 
Christ, have mercy upon us. 
Lord, have mercy upon us. 

If Then shall all say the Lord's Prayer. 

OUR Father, Who art in heaven; Hal- 
lowed be Thy Name; Thy kingdom 
come; Thy will be done on earth, as it is in 
heaven; Give us this day our daily bread; 
And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive 
those who trespass against us; And lead us 
not into temptation; But deliver us from evil; 
For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, 
and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen. 

If Then may be sung or said: 

The Lord be with you. 
ty. And with thy spirit. 

If The Minister shall say: 

Let us pray. 

1f Then shall be said the Collect for the Day. 
THE COLLECT FOR THE DAY 

If Other Collects may then be said, and after them this Collect for Peace, 
with ichich a Versicle may be used. 

Hf. The Lord will give strength unto His people. 
T$. The Lord will bless His people with peace. 

COLLECT FOR PEACE 

OGOD, from Whom all holy desires, all 
good counsels, and all just works do 
proceed: Give unto Thy servants that peace, 



36 VESPERS 



which the world cannot give; that our hearts 
may be set to obey Thy commandments, and 
also that by Thee, we, being defended from 
the fear of our enemies, may pass our time in 
rest and quietness; through the merits of 
Jesus Christ our Saviour, Who liveth and 
reigneth with Thee, and the Holy Ghost, ever 
One God, world without end. Amen. 

^ Then may be sung or said the Benedicamus. 

Bless we the Lord. 
B7. Thanks be to God. 

If Then shall the Minister say the Benediction. 

THE Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and 
the Love of God, and the Communion 
of the Holy Ghost, be with you all. Amen. 



* 



INTROITS, COLLECTS, 
EPISTLES, GRADUALS AND GOSPELS 



©f)e Jfirst gmnbap in gbbent 

INTROIT 

UXTO Thee, O Lord, do I lift up my soul : O my 
God, I trust in Thee; 
Let me not be ashamed : let not mine enemies tri- 
umph over me; 

Yea, let none that wait on Thee : be ashamed. 
Psalm. Show me Thy ways, O Lord : teach me Thy 
paths. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

STIR up, we beseech Thee, Thy power, O Lord, and 
come; that by Thy protection we may be rescued 
from the threatening perils of our sins, and saved by 
Thy mighty deliverance; Who livest and reignest with 
the Father and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world 
without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Romans 13 : 11-14 
AND that, knowing the time, that now it is high time 
ii to awake out of sleep: for now is our salvation 
nearer than when we believed. The night is far spent, 
the day is at hand : let us therefore cast off the works of 
darkness, and let us put on the armour of light. Let us 
walk honestly, as in the day; not in rioting and drunk- 
enness, not in chambering and wantonness, not in strife 
and envying. But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, and 
make not provision for the flesh, to fulfil the lusts 
thereof. 

37 



38 ADVENT 



GRADUAL 

ALL they that wait for Thee : shall not be ashamed, 
i\ Lord. 

Verse. Show me Thy ways, O Lord : teach me Thy 
paths. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. Show us Thy mercy, 
O Lord : and grant us Thy salvation. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Matthew 21 : 1-9 

A ND when they drew nigh unto Jerusalem, and were 
IjL come to Bethphage, unto the mount of Olives, 
then sent Jesus two disciples, saying unto them, Go into 
the village over against you, and straightway ye shall 
find an ass tied, and a colt with her: loose them, and 
bring them unto me. And if any man say ought unto 
you, ye shall say, The Lord hath need of them; and 
straightway he will send them. All this was done, that 
it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the prophet, 
saying, Tell ye the daughter of Sion, Behold, thy King 
cometh unto thee, meek, and sitting upon an ass, and a 
colt the foal of an ass. And the disciples went, and did 
as Jesus commanded them, and brought the ass, and the 
colt, and put on them their clothes, and they set him 
thereon. And a very great multitude spread their 
garments in the way; others cut down branches from 
the trees, and strawed them in the way. And the mul- 
titudes that went before, and that followed, cried, say- 
ing, Hosanna to the son of David: Blessed is he that 
cometh in the name of the Lord; Hosanna in the highest. 

tEJje ^econb gmnbap in gfobent 

INTROIT 

DAUGHTER of Zion : behold thy salvation cometh. 
The Lord shall cause His glorious voice to be 
heard : and ye shall have gladness of heart. 



ADVENT 39 



Ps. Give ear, O Shepherd of Israel : Thou that lead- 
est Joseph like a flock. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

STIR up our hearts, O Lord, to make ready the way of 
Thine Only-begotten Son, so that by His coming we 
may be enabled to serve Thee with pure minds ; through 
the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth 
and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One 
God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Romans 15 : 4-13 

FOR whatsoever things were written aforetime 
were written for our learning, that we through 
patience and comfort of the scriptures might have 
hope. Now the God of patience and consolation grant 
you to be likeminded one toward another accord- 
ing to Christ Jesus: that ye may with one mind and 
one mouth glorify God, even the Father of our Lord 
Jesus Christ. Wherefore receive ye one another, as 
Christ also received us to the glory of God. Now I 
say that Jesus Christ was a minister of the ♦circum- 
cision for the truth of God, to confirm the promises 
made unto the fathers: and that the Gentiles might 
glorify God for his mercy; as it is written, For this 
cause I will confess to thee among the Gentiles, and 
sing unto thy name. And again he saith, Rejoice, 
ye Gentiles, with his people. And again, Praise the 
Lord, all ye Gentiles; and laud him, all ye people. 
And again, Esaias saith, There shall be a root of Jesse, 
and he that shall rise to reign over the Gentiles; in 
him shall the Gentiles trust. Now the God of hope 
fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye 
may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy 
Ghost. 



40 ADVENT 



GRADUAL 

OUT of Zion the perfection of beauty God hath 
shined : Our God shall come. 
V. Gather My saints together unto Me : those that 
have made a covenant with Me by sacrifice. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. I was glad when they 
said unto me : Let us go into the house of the Lord. 
Hallelujah. Hallelujah. 

V. Our feet shall stand within thy gates : O Jerusa- 
lem. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Luke 21 : 25-36 

AND there shall be signs in the sun, and in the moon, 
l\. and in the stars; and upon the earth distress of 
nations, with perplexity; the sea and the waves roaring; 
men's hearts failing them for fear, and for looking after 
those things which are coming on the earth: for the 
powers of heaven shall be shaken. And then shall they 
see the Son of man coming in a cloud with power and 
great glory. And when these things begin to come to 
pass, then look up, and lift up your heads; for your re- 
demption draweth nigh. And he spake to them a par- 
able; Behold the fig tree, and all the trees; when they 
now shoot forth, ye see and know of your own selves that 
summer is now nigh at hand. So likewise ye, when ye 
see these things come to pass, know ye that the kingdom 
of God is nigh at hand. Verily I say unto you, This 
generation shall not pass away, till all be fulfilled. 
Heaven and earth shall pass away : but my words shall 
not pass away. And take heed to yourselves, lest at any 
time your hearts be overcharged with surfeiting, and 
drunkenness, and cares of this life, and so that day 
come upon you unawares. For as a snare shall it come 
on all them that dwell on the face of the whole earth. 
Watch ye therefore, and pray always, that ye may be 
accounted worthy to escape all these things that shall 
come to pass, and to stand before the Son of man. 



ADVENT 41 



W$t TOrtr gmntmp m gfobent 

IXTROIT 

REJOICE in the Lord alway : and again I say, Re- 
joice. 

Let your moderation be known unto all men : the 
Lord is at hand. 

Be careful for nothing : but in everything by prayer 
and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests 
be made known unto God. 

Ps. Lord, Thou hast been favorable unto Thy land : 
Thou hast brought back the captivity of Jacob. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

LORD, we beseech Thee, give ear to our prayers, and 
J lighten the darkness of our hearts, by Thy gracious 
visitation; Who livest and reignest with the Father and 
the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. 
Amen. 

EPISTLE. 1 Corinthians 4 : 1-5 

LET a man so account of us, as of the ministers of 
J Christ, and stewards of the mysteries of God. 
Moreover it is required in stewards, that a man be found 
faithful. But with me it is a very small thing that I 
should be judged of you, or of man's judgment: yea, 
I judge not mine own self. For I know nothing by my- 
self; yet am I not hereby justified: but he that judgeth 
me is the Lord. Therefore judge nothing before the 
time, until the Lord come, who both will bring to light 
the hidden things of darkness, and will make manifest 
the counsels of the hearts: and then shall every man 
have praise of God. 

GRADUAL • 

IHOU that dwellest between the Cherubim, shine 
forth : Stir up Thy strength and come. 



42 ADVENT 



V. Give ear, O Shepherd of Israel : Thou that leadest 
Joseph like a flock. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. Stir up Thy strength : 
and come and save us. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Matthew 11 : 2-10 

NOW when John had heard in the prison the works of 
Christ, he sent two of his disciples, and said unto 
him, Art thou he that should come, or do we look for 
another? Jesus answered and said unto them, Go and 
show John again those things which ye do hear and see : 
The blind receive their sight, and the lame walk, the 
lepers are cleansed, and the deaf hear, the dead are 
raised up, and the poor have the gospel preached to 
them. And blessed is he, whosoever shall not be of- 
fended in me. And as they departed, Jesus * began to 
say unto the multitudes concerning John, What went ye 
out into the wilderness to see? A reed shaken with the 
wind? But what went ye out for to see? A man 
clothed in soft raiment? behold, they that wear soft 
clothing are in kings' houses. But what went ye out for 
to see? A prophet? yea, I say unto you, and more 
than a prophet. For this is he, of whom it is written, 
Behold, I send my messenger before thy face, which 
shall prepare thy way before thee. 



®Jje jfourtf) gmnbap fa gfobent 

INTROIT 

DROP down, ye heavens, from above : and let the 
skies pour down righteousness. 
Let the earth open : and bring forth salvation. 
Ps. The heavens declare the glory of God : and the 
firmament showeth His handywork. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 



ADVENT 43 



COLLECT 

STIR up, O Lord, we beseech Thee, Thy power, and 
come, and with great might succor us, that by the 
help of Thy* grace whatsoever is hindered by our sins 
may be speedily accomplished, through Thy mercy and 
satisfaction; Who livest and reignest with the Father 
and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. 
Amen. 

EPISTLE. Philippians 4 : 4-7 

REJOICE in the Lord alway : and again I say, Re- 
joice. Let your moderation be known unto all 
men. The Lord is at hand. Be careful for nothing; 
but in every thing by prayer and supplication with 
thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto 
God. And the peace of God, which passeth all under- 
standing, shall keep your hearts and minds through 
Christ Jesus. 

GRADUAL 

THE Lord is nigh unto all them that call upon Him : 
to all that call upon Him in truth. 
V. My mouth shall speak the praise of the Lord : 
and let all flesh bless His Holy Name. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. Thou art my Help and 
my Deliverer : make no tarrying, O my God. Halle- 
lujah. 

GOSPEL. John 1 : 19-28 

A ND this is the record of John, when the Jews sent 
l\ priests and Levites from Jerusalem to ask him, 
Who art thou? And he confessed, and denied not; but 
confessed, I am not the Christ. And they asked him, 
What then? Art thou Elias? And he saith, I am not. 
Art thou that prophet? And he answered, No. Then 
said they unto him, Who art thou? that we may give an 
answer to them that sent us. What sayest thou of thy- 



44 ADVENT 



self? He said, I am the voice of one crying in the wilder- 
ness, Make straight the way of the Lord, as said the 
prophet Esaias. And they which were sent were of the 
Pharisees. And they asked him, and said unto him, 
Why baptizest thou then, if thou be not that Christ, nor 
Elias, neither that prophet? John answered them, say- 
ing, I baptize with water : but there standeth one among 
you, whom ye know not; he it is, who coming after me 
is preferred before me, whose shoe's latchet I am not 
worthy to unloose. These things were done in Betha- 
bara beyond Jordan, where John was baptizing. 



OTHER COLLECTS FOR THE SEASON OF ADVENT 

MERCIFULLY hear, O Lord, the prayers of Thy 
people; that as they rejoice in the Advent of 
Thine Only-begotten Son according to the flesh, so when 
He cometh a second time in His Majesty, they may re- 
ceive the reward of eternal life; through the same Jesus 
Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 



MOST Merciful God, Who hast given Thine eternal 
Word to be made incarnate of the pure Virgin: 
Grant unto Thy people grace to put away fleshly lusts, 
that so they may be ready for Thy Visitation; through 
the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 



OLORD, we beseech Thee, mercifully to hear the 
prayers of Thy people, that we, who for our sins 
are justly afflicted, may be consoled by Thy Visitation; 
Who livest and reignest with the Father and the Holy 
Ghost, ever One God, world without end. Amen. 



CHRISTMAS 45 



Cijrtetmag ©aj>. ®J>e Jlatibttp of our Hortr 

i 

Jf or tfje <£arlp g>erbtce 

IXTROIT 

rTTHE Lord hath said unto Me, Thou art My Son : 
1 this day have I begotten Thee. 

Ps. The Lord reigneth, He is clothed with majesty : 
the Lord is clothed with strength, wherewith He hath 
girded Himself. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

OGOD, Who hast made this most holy night to shine 
with the brightness of the true Light: Grant, we 
beseech Thee, that as we have known on earth the 
mysteries of that Light, we may also come to the full- 
ness of His joys in heaven; Who liveth and reigneth with 
Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without 
end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Titus 2 : 11-14 

FOR the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath 
appeared to all men, teaching us that, denying 
ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, 
righteously, and godly, in this present world; looking 
for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the 
great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ; who gave him- 
self for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, 
and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of 
good works. 

Isaiah 9 : 2-7 

THE people that walked in darkness have seen a 
great light: they that dwell in the land of the 
shadow of death, upon them hath the light shined. 
Thou hast multiplied the nation, and not increased the 
joy : they joy before thee according to the joy in harvest, 



46 CHRISTMAS 



and as men rejoice when they divide the spoil. For 
thou hast broken the yoke of his burden, and the staff 
of his shoulder, the rod of his oppressor, as in the day of 
Midian. For every battle of the warrior is with con- 
fused noise, and garments rolled in blood; but this shall 
be with burning and fuel of fire. For unto us a child is 
born, unto us a £on is given: and the government shall 
be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called 
Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlast- 
ing Father, The Prince of Peace. Of the increase of his 
government and peace there shall be no end, upon the 
throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and 
to establish it with judgment and with justice from 
henceforth even for ever. The zeal of the Lord of hosts 
will perform this. 

GRADUAL 

THY people shall be willing in the day of Thy power : 
in the beauties of holiness from the womb of the 
morning. 

V. The Lord said unto my Lord, Sit Thou at My 

right hand : until I make Thine enemies Thy footstool. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. The Lord hath said 

unto Me, Thou art My Son : this day have I begotten 

Thee. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Luke 2 : 1-14 

AND it came to pass in those days, that there went 
jlV out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the 
world should be taxed. (And this taxing was first made 
when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.) And all went to 
be taxed, every one into his own city. And Joseph also 
went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into 
Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethle- 
hem; (because he was of the house and lineage of 
David :) to be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being 
great with child. And so it was, that, while they were 
there, the days were accomplished that she should be de- 



CHRISTMAS 47 



livered. And she brought forth her firstborn son, and 
wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a 
manger; because there was no room for them in the inn. 
And there were in the same country shepherds abiding 
in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. 
And> lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the 
glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they 
were sore afraid. And the angel said unto them, Fear 
not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, 
which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this 
day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the 
Lord. And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find 
the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a 
manger. And suddenly there was with the angel a mul- 
titude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, 
Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good 
will tow r ard men. 

II 

jf or tfje Hater ^erbtce 

IXTROIT 

UNTO us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given : and 
the government shall be upon His shoulder. 
And His Name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, 
The Mighty God : The Everlasting Father, The Prince 
of Peace. 

Ps. O sing unto the Lord a new song : for He hath 
done marvellous things. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

GRANT, we beseech Thee, Almighty God, that the 
new Birth of Thine Only-begotten Son in the flesh 
may set us free who are held in the old bondage under 
the yoke of sin; through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, 
our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the 
Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. Amen. 



48 CHRISTMAS 



EPISTLE. Hebrews 1 : 1-12 

GOD, who at sundry times and in divers manners 
spake in time past unto the f&thers by the proph- 
ets, hath in these last days spoken unto us by his Son, 
whom he hath appointed heir of all things, by whom 
also he made the worlds; who being the brightness of 
his glory, and the express image of his person, and up- 
holding all things by the word of his power, when he had 
by himself purged our sins, sat down on the right hand 
of the Majesty on high; being made so much better than 
the angels, as he hath by inheritance obtained a more 
excellent name than they. For unto which of the angels 
said he at any time, Thou art my Son, this day have I 
begotten thee? And again, I will be to him a Father, 
and he shall be to me a Son? And again, when he 
bringeth in the flrstbegotten into the world, he saith, 
And let all the angels of God worship him. And of the 
angels he saith, Who maketh his angels spirits, and his 
ministers a flame of fire. But unto the Son he saith, 
Thy throne, O God, is for ever and ever: a sceptre of 
righteousness is the sceptre of thy kingdom. Thou 
hast loved righteousness, and hated iniquity; therefore 
God, even thy God, hath anointed thee with the oil of 
gladness above thy fellows. And, Thou, Lord, in the 
beginning hast laid the foundation of the earth; and the 
heavens are the works of thine hands: they shall perish; 
but thou remainest; and they all shall wax old as doth a 
garment; and as a vesture shalt thou fold them up, and 
they shall be changed: but thou art the same, and thy 
years shall not fail. 

GRADUAL 

A LL the ends of the earth have seen the salvation of 
l\. our God : Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all 
the earth. 

V. The Lord hath made known His salvation : His 
righteousness hath He openly showed in the sight of the 
heathen. 



CHRISTMAS 49 



Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. O come, let us sing 
unto the Lord : Let us worship and bow down before 
Him. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. John 1 : 1-14 

IN the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with 
God, and the Word w^as God. The same was in the 
beginning with God. All things were made by him; and 
without him was not any thing made that was made. 
In him was life; and the life was the light of men. And 
the light shineth in darkness; and the darkness compre- 
hended it not. There was a man sent from God, whose 
name was John. The same came for a witness, to bear 
witness of the Light, that all men through him might 
believe. He was not that Light, but was sent to bear 
witness of that Light. That was the true Light, which 
lighteth every man that cometh into the world. He was 
in the world, and the world was made by him, and the 
world knew him not. He came unto his own, and his 
own received him not. But as many as received him, 
to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even 
to them that believe on his name: which were born, not 
of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of 
man, but of God. And the Word was made flesh, and 
dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of 
the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth. 



®fje gkconb Cfjrtetmasi Bap 

1f Introit and Collect the same as for Christmas day. 

EPISTLE. Titus 3:4-7 
UT after that the kindness and love of God our 



B 



Saviour toward man appeared, not by works of 
righteousness which we have done, but according to his 
mercy he salved us, by the washing of regeneration, and 
renewing of the Holy Ghost; which he shed on us 



50 CHRISTMAS 



abundantly through Jesus Christ our Saviour; that 
being justified by his grace, we should be made heirs 
according to the hope of eternal life. 

GRADUAL 

BLESSED is He that cometh in the Name of the 
Lord : God is the Lord, which hath showed us 
light. 

V. This is the Lord's doing : it is marvellous in our 
eyes. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. The Lord reigneth, He 
is clothed with majesty : the Lord is clothed with 
strength, wherewith He hath girded himself. Halle- 
lujah. 

GOSPEL. Luke 2 : 15-20 

AND it came to pass, as the angels were gone away 
IX. from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to 
another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see 
this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath 
made known unto us. And they came with haste, and 
found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger. 
And when they had seen it, they made known abroad 
the saying which was told them concerning this child. 
And all they that heard it wondered at those things 
which were told them by the shepherds. But Mary 
kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart. 
And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising 
God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it 
was told unto them. 



W$z jfiv&t gmttUap after Cfjrtetmas 

INTROIT 
HY testimonies are very sure : holiness becometh 



T 



Thine house, O Lord, forever. 
Thy throne is established of old : Thou art from ever- 
lasting. 



CHRISTMAS 51 



Ps. The Lord reigneth, He is clothed with majesty : 
the Lord is clothed with strength, wherewith He hath 
girded Himself. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

A LMIGHTY and Everlasting God, direct our actions 
1± according to Thy good pleasure, that in the Name 
of Thy beloved Son, we may be made to abound in good 
works; through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our 
Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy 
Ghost, ever One God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Galatians 4 : 1-7 

NOW I say, That the heir, as long as he is a child, 
differeth nothing from a servant, though he be lord 
of all; but. is under tutors and governors until the time 
appointed of the father. Even so we, when we were 
children, were in bondage under the elements of the 
world: but w^hen the fulness of the time was come, God 
sent forth his Son, made of a woman, made under the 
law, to redeem them that were under the law, that we 
might receive the adoption of sons. And because ye 
are sons, God hath sent forth the Spirit of his Son into 
your hearts, crying, Abba, Father. Wherefore thou art 
no more a servant, but a son; and if a son, then an heir 
of God through Christ. 

GRADUAL 

THOU art fairer than the children of men : grace is 
poured into Thy lips. 
V. My heart is inditing a good matter, I speak of the 
things which I have made touching the King : my tongue 
is the pen of a ready writer. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. The Lord reigneth, He 



52 CHRISTMAS 

is clothed with majesty : the Lord is clothed with 
strength, wherewith He hath girded Himself. Halle- 
lujah. 

GOSPEL. Luke 2 : 33-40 

A ND Joseph and his mother marvelled at those things 
il which were spoken of him. And Simeon blessed 
them, and said unto Mary his mother, Behold, this child 
is set for the fall and rising again of many in Israel; and 
for a sign which shall be spoken against; (yea, a sword 
shall pierce through thy own soul also,) that the thoughts 
of many hearts may be revealed. And there was one 
Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the 
tribe of Aser : she was of a great age, and had lived with 
an husband seven years from her virginity; and she was 
a widow of about fourscore and four years, which de- 
parted not from the temple, but served God with fast- 
ings and prayers night and day. And she coming in 
that instant gave thanks likewise unto the Lord, and 
spake of him to all them that looked for redemption in 
Jerusalem. And when they had performed all things 
according to the law of the Lord, they returned into 
Galilee, to their own city Nazareth. And the child 
grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom: 
and the grace of God was upon him. 

®fje Ctrcumcteton anb tfje i^ame of 3ft&u& 

(J3teto gear'* 3Bap) 

INTROIT 

OLORD our Lord, how excellent is Thy Name in all 
the earth : Who hast set Thy glory above the 
heavens. 

What is man that Thou art mindful of him : and the 
son of man that Thou visitest him? 

Ps. Thou, O Lord, art our Father, our Redeemer : 
Thy Name is from everlasting. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 



CHRISTMAS 53 



COLLECT 

OLORD God, Who, for our sakes, hast made Thy 
blessed Son our Saviour subject to the Law, and 
caused Him to endure the circumcision of the flesh: 
Grant us the true circumcision of the Spirit, that our 
hearts may be pure from all sinful desires and lusts; 
through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who 
liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever 
One God, world without end. Amen. 



EPISTLE. Galatians 3 : 23-29 

BUT before faith came, we were kept under the law, 
shut up unto the faith which should afterwards be 
revealed. Wherefore the law was our schoolmaster to 
bring us unto Christ, that we might be justified by faith. 
But after that faith is come, we are no longer under a 
schoolmaster. For ye are all the children of God by 
faith in Christ Jesus. For as many of you as have been 
baptized into Christ have put on Christ. There is 
neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, 
there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in 
Christ Jesus. And if ye be Christ's, then are ye Abra- 
ham's seed, and heirs according to the promise. 

GRADUAL 

A LL the ends of the earth have seen the salvation of 
jlV our God : Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all 
the earth. 

V. The Lord hath made known His salvation : His 
righteousness hath He openly showed in the sight of the 
heathen. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. God, Who of old time 
spake in divers ways unto the fathers by the prophets : 
hath in these last days spoken unto us by His Son. 
Hallelujah. 



54 CHRISTMAS 



GOSPEL. Luke 2 : 21 

A ND when eight days were accomplished for the cir- 
l\ cumcising of the child, his name was called JESUS, 
which was so named of the angel before he was con- 
ceived in the womb. 



COLLECT FOR NEW YEAR 

ALMIGHTY and Everlasting God, from Whom 
II cometh down every good and perfect gift: We 
give Thee thanks for all Thy benefits, temporal and 
spiritual, bestowed upon us in the year past, and we be- 
seech Thee of Thy goodness, grant us a favorable and 
joyful year, defend us from all dangers and adversities, 
and send upon us the fullness of Thy blessing; through 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reign- 
eth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world 
without end. Amen, 



W$t g>eccmb ibimbap after Cfjrtetma* 

\ Introit, Collect and Gradual the same as for the first sunday 

AFTER CHRISTMAS. 

EPISTLE. 1 Peter 4 : 12-19 

BELOVED, think it not strange concerning the fiery 
trial which is to try you, as though some strange 
thing happened unto you: but rejoice, inasmuch as ye 
are partakers of Christ's sufferings ; that, when his glory 
shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding 
joy. If ye be reproached for the name of Christ, happy 
are ye; for the spirit of glory and of God resteth upon 
you : on their part he is evil spoken of, but on your part 
he is glorified. But let none of you suffer as a murderer, 
or as a thief, or as an evildoer, or as a busybody in other 
men's matters. Yet if any man suffer as a Christian, 



CHRISTMAS 55 



let him not be ashamed; but let him glorify God on this 
behalf. For the time is come that judgment must begin 
at the house of God : and if it first begin at us, what shall 
the end be of them that obey not the gospel of God? 
And if the righteous scarcely be saved, where shall the 
ungodly and the sinner appear? Wherefore let them 
that suffer according to the will of God commit the keep- 
ing of their souls to him in well doing, as unto a faithful 
Creator. 

GOSPEL. Matthew 2 : 13-23 

AND when they were departed, behold, the angel of 
1\. the Lord appeareth to Joseph in a dream, saying, 
Arise, and take the young child and his mother, and flee 
into Egypt, and be thou there until I bring thee word: 
for Herod will seek the young child to destroy him. 
When he arose, he took the young child and his mother 
by night, and departed into Egypt : and was there until 
the death of Herod : that it might be fulfilled which was 
spoken of the Lord by the prophet, saying, Out of 
Egypt have I called my son. Then Herod, when he saw 
that he was mocked of the wise men, was exceeding 
wroth, and sent forth, and slew all the children that 
were in Bethlehem, and in all the coasts thereof, from 
two years old and under, according to the time which he 
had diligently enquired of the wise men. Then was ful- 
filled that which was spoken by Jeremy the prophet, say- 
ing, In Rama was there a voice heard, lamentation, and 
weeping, and great mourning, Rachel weeping for her 
children, and would not be comforted, because they are 
not. But when Hef od was dead, behold, an angel of the 
Lord appeareth in a dream to Joseph in Egypt, saying, 
Arise, and take the young child and his mother, and go 
into the land of Israel : for they are dead which sought 
the young child's life. And he arose, and took the 
young child and his mother, and came into the land of 
Israel. But when he heard that Archelaus did reign in 
Judsea in the room of his father Herod, he was afraid to 



56 EPIPHANY 



go thither : notwithstanding, being warned of God in a 
dream, he turned aside into the parts of Galilee: and 
he came and dwelt in a city called Nazareth: that it 
might be fulfilled which was spoken by the prophets, He 
shall be called a Nazarene. 

Gtfje €ptpfjanj> of our Horb 

INTROIT 

BEHOLD the Lord, the Ruler, hath come : and the 
kingdom, and the power, and the glory are in His 
hand. 

Ps. Give the King Thy judgments, O God I and Thy 
righteousness unto the King's Son. 
Glory be to the Father, etc, 

COLLECT 

OGOD, Who by the leading of a star didst manifest 
Thy Only-begotten Son to the Gentiles : Mercifully 
grant, that we, who know Thee now by faith, may after 
this life have the fruition of Thy glorious Godhead; 
through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who 
liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever 
One God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Isaiah 60 : 1-6 

ARISE, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory 
±\. of the Lord is risen upon thee. For, behold, the 
darkness shall cover the earth, and gross darkness the 
people: but the Lord shall arise upon thee, and his 
glory shall be seen upon thee. And the Gentiles shall 
come to thy light, and kings to the brightness of thy 
rising. Lift up thine eyes round about, and see: all 
they gather themselves together, they come to thee: 
thy sons shall come from far, and thy daughters shall be 
nursed at thy side. Then thou shalt see, and flow to- 
gether, and thine heart shall fear, and be enlarged; be- 



EPIPHANY 51 



cause the abundance of the sea shall be converted unto 
thee, the forces of the Gentiles shall come unto thee. 
The multitude of camels shall cover thee, the drome- 
daries of Midian and Ephah; all they from Sheba shall 
come: they shall bring gold and incense; and they shall 
show forth the praises of the Lord. 

GRADUAL 

ALL they from Sheba shall come; they shall bring 
l\. gold and incense : and they shall show forth the 
praises of the Lord. 

V. Arise, and shine, O Jerusalem : for the glory of the 
Lord is risen upon thee. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. We have seen His star 
in the east I and we have come with our gifts to wor- 
ship the Lord. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Matthew 2 : 1-12 

NOW when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea 
in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came 
wise men from the east to Jerusalem, saying, Where is he 
that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star 
in the east, and are come to worship him. When Herod 
the king had heard these things, he was troubled, and all 
Jerusalem with him. And when he had gathered all the 
chief priests and scribes of the people together, he de- 
manded of them where Christ should be born. And 
they said unto him, In Bethlehem of Judaea: for thus 
it is written by the prophet, And thou Bethlehem, in the 
land of Juda, art not the least among the princes of 
Juda : for out of thee shall come a Governor, that shall 
rule my people Israel. Then Herod, when he had 
privily called the wise men, enquired of them diligently 
what time the star appeared. iVnd he sent them to 
Bethlehem, and said, Go and search diligently for the 
young child; and when ye have found him, bring me 
word again, that I may come and worship him also. 



58 EPIPHANY 



When they had heard the king, they departed; and, lo, 
the star, which they saw in the east, went before them, 
till it came and stood over where the young child was. 
When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceeding 
great joy. And when they were come into the house, 
they saw the young child with Mary his mother, and 
fell down, and worshipped him: and when they had 
opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts; 
gold, and frankincense, and myrrh. And being warned 
of God in a dream that they should not return to Herod, 
they departed into their own country another way. 

GMje Jftrsft gmniiap after tije Cjripfjanp 

INTROIT 
SAW also the Lord, sitting upon a throne : high 



i 



and lifted up. 

And I heard the voice of a great multitude, saying, 
Alleluia : for the Lord God Omnipotent r eigne th. 

Ps. Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all ye lands : 
Serve the Lord with gladness. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

OLORD, we beseech Thee mercifully to receive the 
prayers of Thy people who call upon Thee; and 
grant that they may both perceive and know what 
things they ought to do, and also may have grace and 
power faithfully to fulfill the same; through Jesus Christ, 
Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee 
and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. 
Amen. 

EPISTLE. Romans 12 : 1-5 

I BESEECH you therefore, brethren, by the mercies 
of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, 
holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable 
service. And be not conformed to this world : but be ye 



EPIPHANY 59 



transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may 
prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, 
will of God. For I say, through the grace given unto 
me, to every man that is among you, not to think of 
himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think 
soberly, according as God hath dealt to every man the 
measure of faith. For as we have many members in 
one body, and all members have not the same office: so 
we, being many, are one body in Christ, and every one 
members one of another. 

GRADUAL 

BLESSED be the Lord God, the God of Israel, Who 
only doeth wondrous things : And blessed be His 
glorious Name forever. 

V. The mountains shall bring peace to Thy people : 
and the hills righteousness. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. Make a joyful noise 
unto the Lord, all ye lands : Serve the Lord with glad- 
ness. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Luke 2 : 41-52 

NOW his parents went to Jerusalem every year at 
the feast of the passover. And when he was 
twelve years old, they went up to Jerusalem after the 
custom of the feast. And when they had fulfilled the 
days, as they returned, the child Jesus tarried behind in 
Jerusalem; and Joseph and his mother knew not of it. 
But they, supposing him to have been in the company, 
went a day's journey; and they sought him among their 
kinsfolk and acquaintance. And when they found him 
not, they turned back again to Jerusalem, seeking him. 
And it came to pass, that after three days they found 
him in the temple, sitting in the midst of the doctors, 
both hearing them, and asking them questions. And 
all that heard him were astonished at his understanding 



60 EPIPHANY 



and answers. And when they saw him, they were 
amazed: and his mother said unto him, Son, why hast 
thou thus dealt with us? behold, thy father and I have 
sought thee sorrowing. And he said unto them, How 
is it that ye sought me? wist ye not that I must be about 
my Father's business? And they understood not the 
saying which he spake unto them. And he went down 
with them, and came to Nazareth, and was subject unto 
them : but his mother kept all these sayings in her heart. 
And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in 
favour with God and man. 



tKfje Cranstfiguration of our Horb 

If The Introit, Collect, Epistle, Gradual and Gospel, together with the 
Minor Propers, for the transfiguration of our lord (p. 67), 
shall be used the last Sunday after the Epiphany in each year, except 
when there is only one Sunday after the Epiphany. 



W&t gbeconb gmnbap after tfje Cptpfjanp 

INTROIT 

ALL the earth shall worship Thee : and shall sing 
j£\ unto Thee, O God. 

They shall sing to Thy Name : O Thou Most Highest. 

Ps. Make a joyful noise unto God, all ye lands : sing 
forth the honor of His Name, make His praise glorious. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

ALMIGHTY and Everlasting God, Who dost govern 
l all things in heaven and earth: Mercifully hear the 
supplications of Thy people, and grant us Thy peace 
all the days of our life; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, 
our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the 
Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. Amen. 



EPIPHANY 61 



EPISTLE. Romans 12 : 6-16 

HxWING then gifts differing according to the grace 
that is given to us, whether prophecy, let us 
prophesy according to the proportion of faith; or min- 
istry, let us wait on our ministering; or he that teacheth, 
on teaching; or he that exhorteth, on exhortation: he 
that giveth, let him do it with simplicity; he that ruleth, 
with diligence; he that showeth mercy, with cheerful- 
ness. Let love be without dissimulation. Abhor that 
which is evil; cleave to that which is good. Be kindly 
affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in hon- 
our preferring one another; not slothful in business; 
fervent in spirit; serving the Lord; rejoicing in hope; 
patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer; 
distributing to the necessity of saints ; given to hospital- 
ity. Bless them which persecute you : bless, and curse 
not. Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with 
them that weep. Be of the same mind one toward an- 
other. Mind not high things, but condescend to men 
of low estate. 

GRADUAL 

HE sent His Word and healed them : and delivered 
them from their destructions. 
V. Oh that men would praise the Lord for His 
goodness : and for His wonderful works to the children 
of men. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. Praise ye Him, all His 
angels : praise ye Him, all His hosts. Hallelujah. 



GOSPEL. John 2 : 1-11 

AND the third day there was a marriage in Cana of 
jLjL Galilee; and the mother of Jesus was there: and 
both Jesus was called, and his disciples, to the marriage. 
And when they wanted wine, the mother of Jesus saith 



62 EPIPHANY 



unto him, They have no wine. Jesus saith unto her, 
Woman, what have I to do with thee? mine hour is not 
yet come. His mother saith unto the servants, What- 
soever he saith unto you, do it. And there were set 
there six waterpots of stone, after the manner of the 
purifying of the Jews, containing two or three firkins 
apiece. Jesus saith unto them, Fill the waterpots with 
water. And they filled them up to the brim. And he 
saith unto them, Draw out now, and bear unto the 
governor of the feast. And they bare it. When the 
ruler of the feast had tasted the water that was made 
wine, and knew not whence it was: (but the servants 
which drew the water knew;) the governor of the feast 
called the bridegroom, and saith unto him, Every man 
at the beginning doth set forth good wine; and when 
men have well drunk, then that which is worse: but 
thou hast kept the good wine until now. This begin- 
ning of miracles did Jesus in Cana of Galilee, and mani- 
fested forth his glory; and his disciples believed on him. 



W&t QWjirb gmnbap after tfje Cptpfjanp 

INTROIT 

WORSHIP Him, all ye His angels : Zion heard and 
was glad. 
The daughters of Judah rejoiced : because of Thy 
judgments, O Lord. 

Ps. The Lord reigneth, let the earth rejoice : let 
the multitude of isles be glad thereof. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

A LMIGHTY and Everlasting God, mercifully look 
l\ upon our infirmities, and in all our dangers and 
necessities stretch forth the right hand of Thy Majesty, 



EPIPHAXY 63 



to help and defend us; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, 
our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the 
Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Romans 12 : 16-21 

BE not wise in your own conceits. Recompense to no 
man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the 
sight of all men. If it be possible, as much as lieth in 
you, live peaceably with all men. Dearly beloved, 
avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto 
wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, 
saith the Lord. Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed 
him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou 
shalt heap coals of fire on his head. Be not overcome of 
evil, but overcome evil with good. 

GRADUAL 

SO the heathen shall fear the Name of the Lord : and 
all the kings of the earth Thy glory. 
V. When the Lord shall build up Zion : He shall 
appear in His glory. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. The Lord reigneth; let 
the earth rejoice : let the multitude of isles be glad 
thereof. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Matthew 8 : 1-13 

WHEN he was come down from the mountain, 
great multitudes followed him. And, behold, 
there came a leper and worshipped him, saying, Lord, 
if thou wilt, thou canst make me clean. And Jesus put 
forth his hand, and touched him, saying, I will; be thou 
clean. And immediately his leprosy was cleansed. 
And Jesus saith unto him, See thou tell no man; but go 
thy way, show thyself to the priest, and offer the gift 
that Moses commanded, for a testimony unto them. 
And when Jesus was entered into Capernaum, there 
came unto him a centurion, beseeching him, and say- 



64 EPIPHANY 



ing, Lord, my servant lieth at home sick of the palsy, 
grievously tormented. And Jesus saith unto him, I 
will come and heal him. The centurion answered and 
said, Lord, I am not worthy that thou shouldest come 
under my roof: but speak the word only, and my ser- 
vant shall be healed. For I am a man under authority, 
having soldiers under me: and I say to this man, Go, 
and he goeth; and to another, Come, and he cometh; 
and to my servant, Do this, and he doeth it. When 
Jesus heard it, he marvelled, and said to them that fol- 
lowed, Verily I say unto you, I have not found so great 
faith, no, not in Israel. And I say unto you, That 
many shall come from the east and west, and shall sit 
down with Abraham, and Isaac, and Jacob, in the 
kingdom of heaven. But the children of the kingdom 
shall be cast out into outer darkness: there shall be 
weeping and gnashing of teeth. And Jesus said unto 
the centurion, Go thy way; and as thou hast believed, 
so be it done unto thee. And his servant was healed 
in the selfsame hour. 



{Rje Jfourtfj gmnbap after tfje Cptpfjanp 

1T Introit and Gradual the same as for the third Sunday after the 

EPIPHANY. 

COLLECT 

A LMIGHTY God, Who knowest us to be set in the 
iV midst of so many and great dangers, that by 
reason of the frailty of our nature we cannot always 
stand upright: Grant to us such strength and protec- 
tion as may support us in all dangers, and carry us 
through all temptations; through Jesus Christ, Thy 
Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee 
and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. 
Amen, 



EPIPHANY 65 



EPISTLE. Romans 13 : 8-10 

OWE no man any thing, but to love one another: 
for he that loveth another hath fulfilled the law. 
For this, Thou shalt not commit adultery, Thou shalt 
not kill, Thou shalt not steal, Thou shalt not bear false 
witness, Thou shalt not covet; and if there be any other 
commandment, it is briefly comprehended in this say- 
ing, namely, Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself. 
Love worketh no ill to his neighbor: therefore love is 
the fulfilling of the law. 

GOSPEL. Matthew 8 : 23-27 

AND when he was entered into a ship, his disciples 
1\. followed him. And, behold, there arose a great 
tempest in the sea, insomuch that the ship was covered 
with the waves: but he was asleep. And his disciples 
came to him, and awoke him, saying, Lord, save us: 
we perish. And he saith unto them, Why are ye fearful, 
O ve of little faith? Then he arose, and rebuked the 
winds and the sea; and there was a great calm. But 
the men marvelled, saying, What manner of man is 
this, that even the winds and the sea obey him! 



Gufje Jftftf) ismnbap after tfje Cptpfjanp 

% Introit and Gradual the same as for the third Sunday after the 

EPIPHANY. 

COLLECT 

OLORD, we beseech Thee to keep Thy Church and 
Household continually in Thy true religion; that 
they who do lean only upon the hope of Thy heavenly 
grace may evermore be defended by Thy mighty powder; 
through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth 
and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One 
God, world without end. Amen. 



66 EPIPHANY 



EPISTLE. Colossians 3 : 12-17 

PUT on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and be- 
loved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of 
mind, meekness, longsuffering; forbearing one another, 
and forgiving one another, if any man have a quarrel 
against any : even as Christ forgave you, so also do ye. 
And above all these things put on charity, which is the 
bond of perfectness. And let the peace of God rule in 
your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; 
and be ye thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in 
you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing 
one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs 
singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord. And 
whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of 
the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father 
by him. 



GOSPEL. Matthew 13 : 24-30 

ANOTHER parable put he forth unto them, saying, 
li The kingdom of heaven is likened unto a man 
which sowed good seed in his field : but while men slept, 
his enemy came and sowed tares among the wheat, and 
went his way. But when the blade was sprung up, and 
brought forth fruit, then appeared the tares also. So 
the servants of the householder came and said unto 
him, Sir, didst not thou sow good seed in thy field? from 
whence then hath it tares? He said unto them, An 
enemy hath done this. The servants said unto him, 
Wilt thou then that we go and gather them up? But 
he said, Nay : lest while ye gather up the tares, ye root 
up also the wheat with them. Let both grow together 
until the harvest : and in the time of harvest I will say 
to the reapers, Gather ye together first the tares, and 
bind them in bundles to burn them: but gather the 
wheat into my barn. 



TRANSFIGURATION 67 

GWje {Eraratfiguraiton of our Xorb 

If The Introit, Collect, Epistle, Gradual and Gospel, together uith 
the Minor Propers, for the transfiguration of our lord shall be 
used the last Sunday after the Epiphany in each year, except ivhen 
there is only one Sunday after the Epiphany. 

INTROIT 

THE lightnings lightened the world : the earth trem- 
bled and shook. 
Ps. How amiable are Thy tabernacles, O Lord of 
hosts : My soul longeth, yea, even fainteth for the 
courts ^of the Lord. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

DGOD, Who in the glorious Transfiguration of Thy 
Only-begotten Son, hast confirmed the mysteries 
of the faith by the testimony of the fathers, and Who, 
in the voice that came from the bright cloud, didst in 
a wonderful manner foreshow the adoption of sons: 
Mercifully vouchsafe to make us co-heirs with the King 
of His glory, and bring us to the enjoyment of the same; 
through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, 
Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, 
ever One God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. 2 Peter 1 : 16-21 

FOR we have not followed cunningly devised fables, 
when we made known unto you the power and 
coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but were eye-witnesses 
of his majesty. For he received from God the Father 
honour and glory, when there came such a voice to him 
from the excellent glory, This is my beloved Son, in 
whom I am well pleased. And this voice which came 
from heaven we heard, when we were with him in the 
holy mount. We have also a more sure word of proph- 
ecy; whereunto ye do well that ye take heed, as unto a 
light that shineth in a dark place, until the day dawn, 



68 TRANSFIGURATION 

and the day star arise in your hearts: knowing this 
first, that no prophecy of the scripture is of any private 
interpretation. For the prophecy came not in old time 
by the will of man : but holy men of God spake as they 
were moved by the Holy Ghost. 

GRADUAL 

THOU art fairer than the children of men : grace 
is poured into Thy lips. 
V. The Lord said unto my Lord, Sit Thou at My 
right hand I until I make Thine enemies Thy footstool. 
Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. Sing unto the Lord, 
bless His Name; show forth His salvation from day to 
day : Declare His glory among all people. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Matthew 17 : 1-9 

AND after six days Jesus taketh Peter, James, and 
l\ John his brother, and bringeth them up into an 
high mountain apart, and was transfigured before them 
and his face did shine as the sun, and his raiment was 
white as the light. And, behold, there appeared unto 
them Moses and Elias talking with him. Then an- 
swered Peter, and said unto Jesus, Lord, it is good for us 
to be here: if thou wilt, let us make here three taber- 
nacles; one for thee, and one for Moses, and one for 
Elias. While he yet spake, behold, a bright cloud over- 
shadowed them: and behold a voice out of the cloud, 
which said, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well 
pleased; hear ye him. And when the disciples heard it, 
they fell on their face, and were sore afraid. And Jesus 
came and touched them, and said, Arise, and be not 
afraid. And when they had lifted up their eyes, they 
saw no man, save Jesus only. And as they came down 
from the mountain, Jesus charged them, saying, Tell the 
vision to no man, until the Son of man be risen again 
from the dead. 



SEPTUAGESIMA 69 



^eptuagegtma ismnbap 

INTROIT 

THE sorrows of death compassed me : the sorrows 
of hell compassed me about. 
In my distress I called upon the Lord : and He heard 
my voice out of His temple. 

Ps. I will love Thee, O Lord my Strength : The Lord 
is my Rock and my Fortress. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

OLORD, we beseech Thee favorably to hear the 
prayers of Thy people: that we, w^ho are justly 
punished for our offences, may be mercifully delivered 
by Thy goodness, for the glory of Thy Name; through 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reign- 
eth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world 
without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. 1 Corinthians 9 : 24—10 : 5 

KNOW ye not that they which run in a race run all, 
but one receiveth the prize? So run, that ye may 
obtain. And every man that striveth for the mastery 
is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a 
corruptible crown; but we an incorruptible. I there- 
fore so run, not as uncertainly; so fight I, not as one that 
beateth the air: but I keep under my body, and bring 
it into subjection : lest that by any means, when I have 
preached to others, I myself should be a castaway. 
Moreover, brethren, I would not that ye should be 
ignorant, how that all our fathers were under the cloud, 
and all passed through the sea; and were all baptized 
unto Moses in the cloud and in the sea; and did all eat 
the same spiritual meat; and did all drink the same 
spiritual drink: for they drank of that spiritual Rock 
that followed them: and that Rock was Christ. But 



70 SEPTUAGESIMA 



with many of them God was not well pleased : for they 
were overthrown in the wilderness. 

GRADUAL 

THE Lord also will be a refuge for the oppressed, a 
refuge in times of trouble : And they that know 
Thy Name will put their trust in Thee; for Thou, Lord, 
hast not forsaken them that seek Thee. 

V. For the needy shall not alway be forgotten : the 
expectation of the poor shall not perish forever. Arise, 
O Lord; let not man prevail. 

Tract. Out of the depths have I cried unto Thee, O 
Lord : Lord, hear my voice, 

GOSPEL. Matthew 20 : 1-16 

FOR the kingdom of heaven is like unto a man that 
is an householder, which went out early in the 
morning to hire labourers into his vineyard. And 
when he had agreed with the labourers for a penny a 
day, he sent them into his vineyard. And he went 
out about the third hour, and saw others standing idle 
in the marketplace, and said unto them; Go ye also into 
the vineyard, and whatsoever is right I will give you. 
And they went their way. Again he went out about the 
sixth and ninth hour, and did likewise. And about the 
eleventh hour he went out, and found others standing 
idle, and saith unto them, Why stand ye here all the day 
idle? They say unto him, Because no man hath hired 
us. He saith unto them, Go ye also into the vine- 
yard; and whatsoever is right, that shall ye receive. 
So when even was come, the lord of the vineyard saith 
unto his steward, Call the labourers, and give them their 
hire, beginning from the last unto the first. And when 
they came that were hired about the eleventh hour, 
they received every man a penny. But when the first 
came, they supposed that they should have received 
more; and they likewise received every man a penny. 



SEXAGESTMA 71 



And when they had received it, they murmured against 
the goodman of the house, saying, These last have 
wrought but one hour, and thou hast made them equal 
unto us, which have borne the burden and heat of the 
day. But he answered one of them, and said, Friend, 
I do thee no wrong : didst not thou agree with me for a 
penny? Take that thine is, and go thy w^ay : I will give 
unto this last, even as unto thee. Is it not lawful for 
me to do what I will with mine own? Is thine eye evil, 
because I am good? So the last shall be first, and the 
first last: for many be called, but few chosen. 

ikxagestma i£>unba|> 

IXTROIT 

A WAKE, why sleepest Thou, O Lord : arise, cast us 
,/jL not off for ever. 

Wherefore hidest Thou Thy face : and forgettest 
our affliction? 

Our soul is bowed down to the dust : arise for our 
help and redeem us. 

Ps. We have heard with our ears, O God : our fathers 
have told us what work Thou didst in their days. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

OLORD God, Who seest that we put not our trust 
in anything that we do : Mercifully grant that by 
Thy power we may be defended against all adversity; 
through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth 
and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One 
God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. 2 Corinthians 11 : 19—12 : 9 

FOR ye suffer fools gladly, seeing ye yourselves are 
wise. For ye suffer, if a man bring you into bond- 
age, if a man devour you, if a man take of you, if a man 



72 SEXAGESIMA 



exalt himself, if a man smite you on the face. I speak 
as concerning reproach, as though we had been weak. 
Howbeit whereinsoever any is bold, (I speak foolishly,) 
I am bold also. Are they Hebrews? so am I. Are they 
Israelites? so am I. Are they the seed of Abraham? 
so am I. Are they ministers of Christ? (I speak as a 
fool) I am more; in labours more abundant, in stripes 
above measure, in prisons more frequent, in deaths oft. 
Of the Jews five times received I forty stripes save one. 
Thrice was I beaten with rods, once was I stoned, thrice 
I suffered shipwreck, a night and a day I have been in 
the deep; in journeyings often, in perils of waters, in 
perils of robbers, in perils by my mine own countrymen, 
in perils by the heathen, in perils in the city, in perils in 
the wilderness, in perils in the sea, in perils among false 
brethren; in weariness and painfulness, in watchings 
often, in hunger and thirst, in fastings often, in cold and 
nakedness. Beside those things that are without, that 
which cometh upon me daily, the care of all the churches. 
Who is weak, and I am not weak? who is offended, and 
I burn not? If I must needs glory, I will glory of the 
things which concern mine infirmities. The God and 
Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which is blessed for 
evermore, knoweth that I lie not. In Damascus the 
governor under Aretas the king kept the city of the 
Damascenes with a garrison, desirous to apprehend me : 
and through a window in a basket was I let down by the 
wall, and escaped his hands. It is not expedient for 
me doubtless to glory. I will come to visions and reve- 
lations of the Lord. I knew a man in Christ above 
fourteen years ago, (whether in the body, I cannot tell; 
or whether out of the body, I cannot tell : God knoweth;) 
such an one caught up to the third heaven. And I 
knew such a man, (whether in the body, or out of the 
body, I cannot tell: God knoweth;) how that he was 
caught up into paradise, and heard unspeakable words, 
which it is not lawful for a man to utter. Of such an 
one will I glory: yet of myself I will not glory, but in 



SEXAGESIMA 73 



mine infirmities. For though I would desire to glory, 
I shall not be a fool ; for I will say the truth : but now I 
forbear, lest any man should think of me above that 
which he seeth me to be, or that he heareth of me. And 
lest I should be exalted above measure through the 
abundance of the revelations, there was given to me a 
thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me, 
lest I should be exalted above measure. For this thing 
I besought the Lord thrice, that it might depart from 
me. And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for 
thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. 
Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmi- 
ties, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. 

GRADUAL 

LET the nations know that Thy Name is Jehovah : 
J Thou alone art the Most High over all the earth. 
V. O my God, make them like a wheel : and like chaff 
before the wind. 

Tract. Thou hast given a banner to them that fear 
Thee : that it may be displayed because of the truth. 

GOSPEL. Luke 8 : 4-15 

AND when much people were gathered together, and 
l\ were come to him out of every city, he spake by a 
parable : A sower went out to sow his seed : and as he 
sowed, some fell by the way side; and it was trodden 
down, and the fowls of the air devoured it. And some 
fell upon a rock; and as soon as it was sprung up, it 
withered away, because it lacked moisture. And some 
fell among thorns; and the thorns sprang up with it, and 
choked it. And other fell on good ground, and sprang 
up, and bare fruit an hundredfold. And when he had 
said these things, he cried, He that hath ears to hear, 
let him hear. And his disciples asked him, saying, 
What might this parable be? And he said, Unto you 
it is given to know the mysteries of the kingdom of God : 



74 QTJINQUAGESXMA 



but to others in parables; that seeing they might not 
see, and hearing they might not understand. Now the 
parable is this : The seed is the word of God. Those by 
the way side are they that hear; then cometh the devil, 
and taketh away the word out of their hearts, lest they 
should believe and be saved. They on the rock are they, 
which, when they hear, receive the word with joy; 
and these have no root, which for a while believe, and 
in time of temptation fall away. And that which fell 
among thorns are they, which, when they have heard, go 
forth, and are choked with cares and riches and pleas- 
ures of this life, and bring no fruit to perfection. But 
that on the good ground are they, which in an honest 
and good heart, having heard the word, keep it, and 
bring forth fruit with patience. 

©umquagegtma gmnbap 

INTROIT 

BE Thou my strong Rock : for an house of defence to 
save me. 
Thou art my Rock and my Fortress : therefore for 
Thy Name's sake lead me and guide me. 

Ps. In Thee, O Lord, do I put my trust; let me never 
be ashamed I deliver me in Thy righteousness. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

OLORD, we beseech Thee mercifully hear our pray- 
ers, and, having set us free from the bonds of sin, 
defend us from all evil; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, 
our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the 
Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. 1 Corinthians 13 : 1-13 

THOUGH I speak with the tongues of men and of 
angels, and have not charity, I am become as 



QUIXQUAGESIMA 75 



sounding brass, or a tinkling cymbal. And though I 
have the gift of prophecy, and understand all mysteries, 
and all knowledge; and though I have all faith, so that I 
could remove mountains, and have not charity, I am 
nothing. And though I bestow all my goods to feed 
the poor, and though I give my body to be burned, and 
have not charity, it profiteth me nothing. Charity 
suffereth long, and is kind; charity envieth not; charity 
vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up, doth not behave 
itself unseemly, seeketh not her own, is not easily pro- 
voked, thinketh no evil; rejoiceth not in iniquity, but 
rejoiceth in the truth; beareth all things, belie veth all 
things, hopeth all things, endureth all things. Charity 
never faileth: but whether there be prophecies, they 
shall fail; whether there be tongues, they shall cease; 
whether there be knowledge, it shall vanish away. For 
we know in part, and we prophesy in part. But when 
that which is perfect is come, then that which is in part 
shall be done away. When I was a child, I spake as a 
child, I understood as a child, I thought as a child: but 
when I became a man, I put away childish things. For 
now we see through a glass, darkly; but then face to 
face: now I know in part; but then shall I know^ even 
as also I am known. And now abideth faith, hope, 
charity, these three; but the greatest of these is charity. 

GRADUAL 

THOU art the God that doest wonders : Thou hast 
declared Thy strength among the peoples. 
V. Thou hast with Thine arm redeemed Thy people : 
the sons of Jacob and Joseph. 

Trad. Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all ye 
lands : Serve the Lord with gladness. 



T 



GOSPEL. Luke 18 : 31-43 

HEN he took unto him the twelve, and said unto 
them, Behold, we go up to Jerusalem, and all 



76 ASH WEDNESDAY 

things that are written by the prophets concerning the 
Son of man shall be accomplished. For he shall be 
delivered unto the Gentiles, and shall be mocked, and 
spitefully entreated, and spitted on: and they shall 
scourge him, and put him to death : and the third day 
he shall rise again. And they understood none of these 
things: and this saying was hid from them, neither 
knew they the things which were spoken. And it came 
to pass, that as he was come nigh unto Jericho, a certain 
blind man sat by the way side begging : and hearing the 
multitude pass by, he asked what it meant. And they 
told him, that Jesus of Nazareth passeth by. And he 
cried, saying, Jesus, thou son of David, have mercy on 
me. And they which went before rebuked him, that he 
should hold his peace: but he cried so much the more, 
Thou son of David, have mercy on me. And Jesus 
stood, and commanded him to be brought unto him: 
and when he was come near, he asked him, saying, What 
wilt thou that I shall do unto thee? And he said, Lord, 
that I may receive my sight. And Jesus said unto him, 
Receive thy sight: thy faith hath saved thee. And im- 
mediately he received his sight, and followed him, glori- 
fying God: and all the people, when they saw it, gave 
praise unto God. 



M WLtlmttfmp. Wt)t jf irst Baj> of ILtnt 

INTROIT 

I WILL cry unto God Most High : unto God that 
performeth all things for me. 

Yea, in the shadow of Thy wings will I make my 
refuge : until these calamities be overpast. 

P,9. Be merciful unto me, O God, be merciful unto 
me : for my soul trusteth in Thee. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 



ASH WEDNESDAY 77 



COLLECT 

ALMIGHTY and Everlasting God, Who hatest 
1~\ nothing that Thou hast made, and dost forgive the 
sins of all those who are penitent : Create and make in us 
new and contrite hearts, that we, worthily lamenting our 
sins, and acknowledging our wretchedness, may obtain 
of Thee, the God of all mercy, perfect remission and 
forgiveness; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, 
Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, 
ever One God, world without end. Amen. 



EPISTLE. Joel 2 : 12-19 

THEREFORE also now, saith the Lord, turn ye 
even to me with all your heart, and with fasting, 
and with weeping, and with mourning: and rend your 
heart, and not your garments, and turn unto the Lord 
your God: for he is gracious and merciful, slow to 
anger, and of great kindness, and repenteth him of the 
evil. Who knoweth if he will return and repent, and 
leave a blessing behind him; even a meat offering and a 
drink offering unto the Lord your God? Blow the 
trumpet in Zion, sanctify a fast, call a solemn assembly : 
gather the people, sanctify the congregation, assemble 
the elders, gather the children, and those that suck the 
breasts: let the bridegroom go forth of his chamber, 
and the bride out of her closet. Let the priests, the 
ministers of the Lord, weep between the porch and the 
altar, and let them say^ Spare thy people, O Lord, and 
give not thine heritage to reproach, that the heathen 
should rule over them: wherefore should they say 
among the people, Where is their God? Then will the 
Lord be jealous for his land, and pity his people. Yea, 
the Lord will answer and say unto his people, Behold, 
I will send you corn, and wine, and oil, and ye shall be 
satisfied therewith: and I will no more make you a re- 
proach among the heathen. 



78 LENT 



GRADUAL 

BE merciful unto me, God, be merciful unto me : 
for my soul trusteth in Thee. 
V. He shall send from heaven : and save me from 
the reproach of him that would swallow me up. 

Tract. Lord, deal not with us after our sins; nor 
reward us according to our iniquities: Help us, God of 
our salvation; for the glory of Thy Name. 

GOSPEL. Matthew 6 : 16-21 

MOREOVER when ye fast, be not, as the hypo- 
crites, of a sad countenance: for they disfigure 
their faces, that they may appear unto men to fast. 
Verily I say unto you, They have their reward. But 
thou, when thou fastest, anoint thine head, and wash 
thy face; that thou appear not unto men to fast, but 
unto thy Father which is in secret: and thy Father, 
which seeth in secret, shall reward thee openly. Lay 
not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth 
and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through 
and steal : but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, 
where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where 
thieves do not break through nor steal : for where your 
treasure is, there will your heart be also. 



Snbocabtt Wfyt $ix#t gmnbap in litnt 

INTEOIT 

HE shall call upon Me, and I will answer him : I 
will deliver him and honor him. 
With long life will I satisfy him : and show him My 
salvation. 

Ps. He that dwelleth in the secret place of the Most 
High : shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 



LENT 79 



COLLECT 

OLORD, mercifully hear our prayer, and stretch 
forth the right hand of Thy Majesty to defend us 
from them that rise up against us; through Jesus Christ, 
Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee 
and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. 
Amen. 

EPISTLE. 2 Corinthians 6 : 1-10 

WE then, as workers together with him, beseech 
you also that ye receive not the grace of God in 
vain. (For he saith, I have heard thee in a time ac- 
cepted, and in the day of salvation have I succoured 
thee: behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now is 
the day of salvation.) Giving no offence in any thing, 
that the ministry be not blamed: but in all things ap- 
proving ourselves as the ministers of God, in much 
patience, in afflictions, in necessities, in distresses, in 
stripes, in imprisonments, in tumults, in labours, in 
watchings, in fastings; by pureness, by knowledge, by 
longsuffering, by kindness, by the Holy Ghost, by love 
unfeigned, by the word of truth, by the power of God, 
by the armour of righteousness on the right hand and on 
the left, by honour and dishonour, by evil report and 
good report: as deceivers, and yet true; as unknown, and 
yet well known; as dying, and, behold, we live; as 
chastened, and not killed; as sorrowful, yet alway re- 
joicing; as poor, yet making many rich; as having noth- 
ing, and yet possessing all things. 

GEADUAL 

FOR He shall give His angels charge over thee : to 
keep thee in all thy ways. 
V. They shall bear thee up in their hands : lest thou 
dash thy foot against a stone. 

Tract. He that dwelleth in the secret place of the 
Most High : shall abide under the shadow of the Al- 
mighty. 



80 LENT 



GOSPEL. Matthew 4 : 1-11 

THEN was Jesus led up of the spirit into the wilder- 
ness to be tempted of the devil. And when he had 
fasted forty days and forty nights, he was afterward an 
hungered. And when the tempter came to him, he said, 
If thou be the Son of God, command that these stones be 
made bread. But he answered and said, It is written, 
Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word 
that proceedeth out of the mouth of God. Then the 
devil taketh him up into the holy city, and setteth him 
on a pinnacle of the temple, and saith unto him, If thou 
be the Son of God, cast thyself down: for it is written, 
He shall give his angels charge concerning thee: and in 
their hands they shall bear thee up, lest at any time thou 
dash thy foot against a stone. Jesus said unto him, 
It is written again, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy 
God. Again, the devil taketh him up into an exceeding 
high mountain, and showeth him all the kingdoms of the 
world, and the glory of them; and saith unto him, All 
these things will I give thee, if thou wilt fall down and 
worship me. Then saith Jesus unto him, Get thee 
hence, Satan : for it is written, Thou shalt worship the 
Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve. Then 
the devil leaveth him, and, behold, angels came and 
ministered unto him. 



&emmtecere- Wfyt ikcontr gbunbap in ILtnt 

INTROIT 

REMEMBER, O Lord, Thy tender mercies and 
Thy loving-kindnesses : for they have been ever 
of old. 

Let not mine enemies triumph over mc : God of Israel, 
deliver us out of all our troubles. 

Ps. Unto Thee, O Lord, do I lift up my soul : O my 
God, I trust in Thee; let me not be ashamed. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 



LENT 81 



COLLECT 

OGOD, Who seest that of ourselves we have no 
strength: Keep us both outwardly and inwardly; 
that we may be defended from all adversities which may 
happen to the body, and from all evil thoughts which 
may assault and hurt the soul; through Jesus Christ, 
Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee 
and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. 
Amen. 

EPISTLE. 1 Thessalonians 4 : 1-7 

FURTHERMORE then we beseech you, brethren, 
and exhort you by the Lord Jesus, that as ye have 
received of us how ye ought to walk and to please God, 
so ye would abound more and more. For ye know what 
commandments we gave you by the Lord Jesus. For 
this is the will of God, even your sanctification, that ye 
should abstain from fornication : that every one of you 
should know how to possess his vessel in sanctification 
and honour; not in the lust of concupiscence, even as the 
Gentiles which know not God : that no man go beyond 
and defraud his brother in any matter : because that the 
Lord is the avenger of all such, as we also have fore- 
warned you and testified. For God hath not called us 
unto uncleanness, but unto holiness. 

GRADUAL 

THE troubles of my heart are enlarged ! O bring 
Thou me out of my distresses. 
V. Look upon mine affliction and my pain : and for- 
give all my sins. 

Tract. O give thanks unto the Lord; for He is good : 
for His merev endureth forever. « 



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GOSPEL. Matthew 15 : 21-28 

HEX Jesus went thence, and departed into the 
coasts of Tyre and Sidon. And, behold, a woman 



82 LENT 



of Canaan came out of the same coasts, and cried unto 
him, saying, Have mercy on me, Lord, thou son of 
David; my daughter is grievously vexed with a devil. 
But he answered her not a word. And his disciples 
came and besought him, saying, Send her away; for she 
crieth after us. But he answered and said, I am not 
sent but unto the lost sheep of the house of Israel. 
Then came she and worshipped him, saying, Lord, help 
me. But he answered and said, It is not meet to take 
the children's bread, and to cast it to dogs. And she 
said, Truth, Lord : yet the dogs eat of the crumbs which 
fall from their masters' table. Then Jesus answered and 
said unto her, woman, great is thy faith: be it unto 
thee even as thou wilt. And her daughter was made 
whole from that very hour. 



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INTROIT 

MINE eyes are ever toward the Lord : for He shall 
pluck my feet out of the net. 
Turn Thee unto me, and have mercy upon me : for 
I am desolate and afflicted. 

Ps. Unto Thee, Lord, do I lift up my soul : O my 
God, I trust in Thee; let me not be ashamed. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

WE beseech Thee, Almighty God, look upon the 
hearty desires of Thy humble servants, and 
stretch forth the right hand of Thy Majesty to be our 
defence against all our enemies; through Jesus Christ, 
Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee 
and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. 
Amen. 



LENT 83 

EPISTLE. Ephesians 5 : 1-9 

BE ye therefore followers of God, as dear children; 
and walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us, and 
hath given himself for us an offering and a sacrifice 
to God for a sweetsmelling savour. But fornication, 
and all uncleanness, or covetousness, let it not be once 
named among you, as becometh saints; neither filthi- 
ness, nor foolish talking, nor jesting, which are not con- 
venient : but rather giving of thanks. For this ye know, 
that no whoremonger, nor unclean person, nor covetous 
man, who is an idolater, hath any inheritance in the 
kingdom of Christ and of God. Let no man deceive 
you with vain words : for because of these things cometh 
the wrath of God upon the children of disobedience. 
Be not ye therefore partakers with them. For ye were 
sometimes darkness, but now are ye light in the Lord: 
walk as children of light: (for the fruit of the Spirit is 
in all goodness and righteousness and truth) . 

GRADUAL 

A RISE, O Lord; let not man prevail : let the heathen 
l\ be judged in Thy sight. 

V. When mine enemies are turned back I they shall 
fall and perish at Thy presence. 

Tract. Unto Thee lift I up mine eyes, O Thou that 
dwellest in the heavens • Have mercy upon us, O Lord, 
have mercy upon us. 

GOSPEL. Luke 11 : 14-28 

AND he was casting out a devil, and it was dumb. 
l And it came to pass, when the devil was gone out, 
the dumb spake; and the people wondered. But some 
of them said, He casteth out devils through Beelzebub 
the chief of the devils. And others, tempting him, 
sought of him a sign from heaven. But he, knowing 
their thoughts, said unto them, Every kingdom divided 



84 LENT 



against itself is brought to desolation; and a house di- 
vided against a house f alleth. If Satan also be divided 
against himself, how shall his kingdom stand? because 
ye say that I cast out devils through Beelzebub. And 
if I by Beelzebub cast out devils, by whom do your sons 
cast them out? therefore shall they be your judges. 
But if I with the finger of God cast out devils, no doubt 
the kingdom of God is come upon you. When a strong 
man armed keepeth his palace, his goods are in peace: 
but when a stronger than he shall come upon him, and 
overcome him, he taketh from him all his armour where- 
in he trusted, and divideth his spoils. He that is not 
with me is against me : and he that gathereth not with 
me scattereth. When the unclean spirit is gone out of a 
man, he walketh through dry places, seeking rest; and 
finding none, he saith, I will return unto my house 
whence I came out. And when he cometh, he findeth 
it swept and garnished. Then goeth he, and taketh to 
him seven other spirits more wicked than himself; and 
they enter in, and dwell there : and the last'state of that 
man is worse than the first. And it came to pass, as he 
spake these things, a certain woman of the company 
lifted up her voice, and said unto him, Blessed is the 
womb that bare thee, and the paps which thou hast 
sucked. But he said, Yea rather, blessed are they that 
hear the word of God, and keep it. 



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INTROIT 

REJOICE, ye with Jerusalem, and be glad with her : 
all ye that love her. 
Rejoice for joy with her : all ye that mourn for her. 
Ps. I was glad when they said unto me : Let us go 
into the house of the Lord. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 



LENT 85 



COLLECT 

GRANT, we beseech Thee. Almighty God, that we, 
w^ho for our evil deeds do worthily deserve to be 
punished, by the comfort of Thy grace may mercifully 
be relieved; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, 
Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, 
ever One God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Galatians 4 : 21-31 

TELL me, ye that desire to be under the law, do ye 
not hear the law? For it is written, that Abraham 
had two sons, the one by a bondmaid, the other by a 
freewoman. But he who was of the bondwoman was 
born after the flesh; but he of the freewT>man was by 
promise. Which things are an allegory: for these are 
the two covenants ; the one from the mount Sinai, which 
gendereth to bondage, which is Agar. For this Agar is 
mount Sinai in Arabia, and answereth to Jerusalem 
which now is, and is in bondage with her children. But 
Jerusalem which is above is free, which is the mother of 
us all. For it is written, Rejoice, thou barren that 
bearest not; break forth and cry, thou that travailest 
not : for the desolate hath many more children than she 
which hath an husband. Now we, brethren, as Isaac 
was, are the children of promise. But as then he that 
was born after the flesh persecuted him that was born 
after the Spirit, even so it is now. Nevertheless what 
saith the scripture? Cast out the bondwoman and her 
son: for the son of the bondwoman shall not be heir 
with the son of the freew^oman. So then, brethren, we 
are not children of the bondwoman, but of the free. 

GRADUAL 

I WAS glad when they said unto me : Let us go into the 
house of the Lord. 

V. Peace be within thy walls : and prosperity within 
thy palaces. 



86 LENT 



Tract. They that trust in the Lord shall be as Mount 
Zion : which cannot be removed, but abideth forever. 

GOSPEL. John 6 : 1-15 

AFTER these things Jesus went over the sea of 
l Galilee, which is the sea of Tiberias. And a great 
multitude followed him, because they saw his miracles 
which he did on them that were diseased. And Jesus 
went up into a mountain, and there he sat with his dis- 
ciples. And the passover, a feast of the Jews, was nigh. 
When Jesus then lifted up his eyes, and saw a great 
company come unto him, he saith unto Philip, Whence 
shall we buy bread, that these may eat? And this he 
said to prove him : for he himself knew what he would do. 
Philip answered him, Two hundred pennyworth of 
bread is not sufficient for them, that every one of them 
may take a little. One of his disciples, Andrew, Simon 
Peter's brother, saith unto him, There is a lad here, 
which hath five barley loaves, and two small fishes : but 
what are they among so many? And Jesus said, Make 
the men sit down. Now there was much grass in the 
place. So the men sat down, in number about five 
thousand. And Jesus took the loaves; and when he had 
given thanks, he distributed to the disciples, and the 
disciples to them that were set down; and likewise of the 
fishes as much as they would. When they were filled, 
he said unto his disciples, Gather up the fragments 
that remain, that nothing be lost. Therefore they 
gathered them together, and filled twelve baskets with 
the fragments of the five barley loaves, which remained 
over and above unto them that had eaten. Then those 
men, when they had seen the miracle that Jesus did, 
said, This is of a truth that prophet that should come 
into the world. When Jesus therefore perceived that 
they would come and take him by 'force, to make him 
a king, he departed again into a mountain himself 
alone. 



LENT 87 



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INTROIT 

JUDGE me, O God : and plead my cause against an 
ungodly nation. 
O deliver me from the deceitful and unjust man : for 
Thou art the God of my strength. 

Ps. O send out Thy light and Thy truth : let them 
lead me; let them bring me unto Thy holy hill. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 



COLLECT 

WE beseech Thee, Almighty God, mercifully to 
look upon Thy people, that by Thy great good- 
ness they may be governed and preserved evermore, 
both in body and soul; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, 
our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the 
Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Hebrews 9 : 11-15 

BUT Christ being come an high priest of good things 
to come, by a greater and more perfect tabernacle, 
not made with hands, that is to say, not of this building; 
neither by the blood of goats and calves, but by his own 
blood he entered in once into the holy place, having ob- 
tained eternal redemption for us. For if the blood of 
bulls and of goats, and the ashes of an heifer sprinkling 
the unclean, sanctifieth to the purifying of the flesh: 
how much more shall the blood of Christ, who through 
the eternal Spirit offered himself without spot to God, 
purge your conscience from dead works to serve the 
living God? And for this cause he is the mediator of the 
new testament, that by means of death, for the re- 
demption of the transgressions that were under the 
first testament, they which are called might receive 
the promise of eternal inheritance. 



88 LENT 



GRADUAL 

DELIVER me, O Lord, from mine enemies : teach 
me to do Thy will. 

V. He delivereth me from mine enemies; yea, Thou 
liftest me up above those that rise up against me : Thou 
hast delivered me from the violent man. 

Tract. Many a time have they afflicted me from my 
youth. 

V. May Israel now say : Many a time have they 
afflicted me from my youth. 

V. Yet they have not prevailed against me. 

GOSPEL. John 8 : 46-59 

WHICH of you convinceth me of sin? And if I 
say the truth, why do ye not believe me? He 
that is of God heareth God's words: ye therefore hear 
them not, because ye are not of God. Then answered 
the Jews, and said unto him, Say we not well that thou 
art a Samaritan, and hast a devil? Jesus answered, I 
have not a devil; but I honour my Father, and ye do 
dishonour me. And I seek not mine own glory: there 
is one that seeketh and judgeth. Verily, verily, I say 
unto you, If a man keep my saying, he shall never see 
death. Then said the Jews unto him, Now we know 
that thou hast a devil. Abraham is dead, and the 
prophets; and thou sayest, If a man keep my saying, he 
shall never taste of death. Art thou greater than our 
father Abraham, which is dead? and the prophets are 
dead: whom makest thou thyself? Jesus answered, If 
I honour myself, my honour is nothing : it is my Father 
that honoureth me ; of whom ye say, that he is your God : 
yet ye have not known him; but I know him: and if I 
should say, I know him not, I shall be a liar like unto 
you : but I know him, and keep his saying. Your father 
Abraham rejoiced to see my day: and he saw it, and was 
glad. Then said the Jews unto him, Thou art not yet 
fifty years old, and hast thou seen Abraham? Jesus 



PALM SUNDAY 89 



said unto them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Before 
Abraham was, I am. Then took they up stones to cast 
at him; but Jesus hid himself, and went out of the 
temple, going through the midst of them, and so passed 

by- 

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INTROIT 

BE not Thou far from me, O Lord : O my Strength, 
haste Thee to help me. 
Save me from the lion's mouth : and deliver me from 
the horns of the unicorns. 

Ps. My God, my God, why hast Thou forsaken me I 
why art Thou so far from helping me? 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

A LMIGHTY and Everlasting God, Who hast sent 
AIL Thy Son, our Saviour Jesus Christ, to take upon 
Him our flesh, and to suffer death upon the Cross, that 
all mankind should follow the example of His great 
humility : Mercifully grant that we may both follow the 
example of His patience, and also be made partakers of 
His resurrection; through the same Jesus Christ, Thy 
Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and 
the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. 
Amen. 

EPISTLE. Philippians 2 : 5-11 

LET this mind be in you, which was also in Christ 
J Jesus : who, being in the form of God, thought it not 
robbery to be equal with God : but made himself of no 
reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, 
and was made in the likeness of men : and being found in 
fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obe- 



90 PALM SUNDAY 



dient unto death, even the death of the cross. Where- 
fore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a 
name which is above every name: that at the name of 
Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and 
things in earth, and things under the earth; and that 
every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, 
to the glory of God the Father. 

GRADUAL 

THOU hast holden me by my right hand : Thou shalt 
guide me with Thy counsel, and afterward receive 
me to glory. 

V. Truly God is good to Israel : even to such as are 
of a clean heart. 

Tract. My God, my God, why hast Thou forsaken 
me • why art Thou so far from helping me? 

V. Our fathers trusted in Thee : They cried unto Thee 
and were delivered. 

GOSPEL. Matthew 21 : 1-9 

AND when they drew nigh unto Jerusalem, and were 
A~\ come to Bethphage, unto the mount of Olives, then 
sent Jesus two disciples, saying unto them, Go into the 
village over against you, and straightway ye shall find an 
ass tied, and a colt with her: loose them, and bring them 
unto me. And if any man say ought unto you, ye shall 
say, The Lord hath need of them; and straightway he 
will send them. All this was done, that it might be ful- 
filled which was spoken by the prophet, saying, Tell ye . 
the daughter of Sion, Behold, thy King cometh unto 
thee, meek, and sitting upon an ass, and a colt the foal 
of an ass. And the disciples went, and did as Jesus 
commanded them, and brought the ass, and the colt, 
and put on them their clothes, and they set him thereon. 
And a very great multitude spread their garments in the 
way; others cut down branches from the trees, and 
strawed them in the way. And the multitudes that 



HOLY WEEK 91 



went before, and that followed, cried, saying, Hosanna 
to the son of David: Blessed is he that cometh in the 
name of the Lord; Hosanna in the highest. 



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INTROIT 

PLEAD my cause, O Lord, with them that strive 
with me : fight against them that fight against me. 
Take hold of shield and buckler : and stand up for 
mine help. 

Ps. Draw out also the spear, and stop the way against 
them that persecute me : say unto my soul, I am thy 
salvation. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

GRANT, we beseech Thee, Almighty God, that we, 
who amid so many adversities do fail through our 
own infirmities, may be restored through the Passion 
and Intercession of Thine Only-begotten Son, Who liv- 
eth and reigneth, with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever 
One God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Isaiah 50 : 5-10 

GRADUAL 

STIR up Thyself, and awake to my judgment : even 
unto my cause, my God and my Lord. 
V. Draw out also the spear : and stop the way against 
them that persecute me. 

Tract. Help us, O God of our salvation, for the glory 
of Thy Name : and deliver us and purge away our sins 
for Thy Name's sake. 

GOSPEL. John 12 : 1-23, or The History of the Passion. 



92 HOLY WEEK 



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INTROIT 

GOD forbid that I should glory : save in the Cross of 
our Lord Jesus Christ. 
In Him is salvation, life, and resurrection from the 
dead : by Him we are redeemed and set at liberty. 

Ps. God be merciful unto us, and bless us : and cause 
His face to shine upon us. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

A LMIGHTY and Everlasting God, grant us grace so 
l\ to contemplate the Passion of our Lord, that we 
may find therein forgiveness for our sins; through the 
same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and 
reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, 
world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Jeremiah 11 : 18-20 

GRADUAL 

AS for me my clothing was sackcloth : I humbled my 
i\ soul with fasting; and my prayer returned into 
mine own bosom. 

V. Plead my cause, O Lord, with them that strive 
with me : Take hold of shield and buckler, and stand up 
for mine help. 

GOSPEL. John 12 : 24-43, or The History of the Passion. 



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INTROIT 
T the Name of Jesus every knee shall bow : of things 



A 



in heaven, and things in earth, and things under 
the earth. 



HOLY WEEK 93 



For He became obedient unto death, even the death 
of the Cross : wherefore He is Lord, to the glory of God 
the Father. 

Ps. Hear my prayer, Lord : and let my cry come 
unto Thee. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

GRANT, we beseech Thee, Almighty God, that we, 
who for our evil deeds are continually afflicted, 
may mercifully be relieved by the Passion of Thine 
Only-begotten Son, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee 
and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. 
Amen. 

EPISTLE. Isaiah 62 : 11—63 : 7 

GRADUAL 

HIDE not Thy face from Thy servant; for I am in 
trouble : hear me speedily. 
V. Save me, O God : for the waters are come in unto 
my soul, I sink in deep mire, where there is no standing. 
Tract. Hear my prayer, O Lord : and let my cry come 
unto Thee. 

V. Thou shalt arise and have mercy upon Zion : for 
the time is come to favor her, yea, the set time is come. 

GOSPEL. Luke 22 : 1—23 : 42, or The History of the Passion. 

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% Introit the same as for Tuesday in holy week. 

COLLECT 

OLORD God, Who hast left unto us in a wonderful 
Sacrament a memorial of Thy Passion : Grant, we 
beseech Thee, that we may so use this Sacrament of Thy 
Body and Blood, that the fruits of Thy redemption may 



94 GOOD FRIDAY 



continually be manifest in us; Who livest and reignest 
with the Father and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, 
world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. 1 Corinthians 11 : 23-32 

GRADUAL 

CHRIST hath humbled Himself, and become obe- 
dient unto death * even the death of the Cross. 
V. Wherefore God also hath highly exalted Him : 
and given Him a Name which is above every name. 

GOSPEL. John 13 : 1-15, or The History of the Passion. 

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U Introit the same as for Tuesday in holy week; or this: ' 

INTROIT 

SURELY He hath borne our griefs and carried our 
sorrows : He was wounded for our transgressions, 
He was bruised for our iniquities. 

All we like sheep have gone astray I and the Lord 
hath laid on Him the iniquity of us all. 

Ps. Hear my prayer, O Lord : and let my cry come 
unto Thee. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

ALMIGHTY God, we beseech Thee graciously to 
l behold this Thy family, for which our Lord Jesus 
Christ was contented to be betrayed, and given up into 
the hands of wicked men, and to suffer death upon the 
Cross; through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our 
Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy 
Ghost, ever One God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Isaiah 52 : 13—53 : 12 



GOOD FRIDAY 95 



GRADUAL 

HE was wounded for our transgressions, He was 
bruised for our iniquities : the chastisement of our 
peace was upon Him; and with His stripes we are healed. 
V. He shall see of the travail of His soul : and shall 
be satisfied. 

GOSPEL. John 18 : 1—19 : 42, or The History of the Passion. 



OTHER COLLECTS FOR GOOD FRIDAY 

MERCIFUL and Everlasting God, Who hast not 
spared Thine only Son, but delivered Him up for 
us all, that He might bear our sins upon the Cross: 
Grant that our hearts may be so fixed with steadfast 
faith in Him that we may not fear the power of any ad- 
versaries; through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our 
Lord. Amen. 

A LMIGHTY and Everlasting God, Who hast willed 
II that Thy Son should bear for us the pains of the 
Cross, that Thou mightest remo\ r e from us the power of 
the adversary : Help us so to remember and give thanks 
for our Lord's Passion that we mav obtain remission of 
sin and redemption from everlasting death; through the 
same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 



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COLLECT 

OGOD, Who didst enlighten this most holy night 
with the glory of the Lord's Resurrection: Pre- 
serve in all Thy people the spirit of adoption which 
Thou hast given, so that renewed in body and soul they 
may perform unto Thee a pure service; through Jesus 



96 EASTER 



Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth 
with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world 
without end. Amen. 



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INTROIT 

WHEN I awake, I am still with Thee. Hallelujah : 
Thou hast laid Thine hand upon me. Halle- 
lujah. 

Such knowledge is too wonderful for me.1 it is high, 
I cannot attain unto it. Hallelujah. Hallelujah. 

Ps. O Lord, Thou hast searched me, and known me : 
Thou knowest my down-sitting and mine uprising. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

Or, 

HE is risen, Hallelujah : Why seek ye the Living 
among the dead? Hallelujah. 
Remember how He spake unto you, Hallelujah : the 
Son of Man must be crucified, and the third day rise 
again. Hallelujah. Hallelujah. 

Ps. Thou crownedst Him with glory and honor : 
Thou madest Him to have dominion over the works of 
Thy hands. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

A LMIGHTY God, Who, through Thine Only-begot- 
l\ ten Son, Jesus Christ, hast overcome death, and 
opened unto us the gate of everlasting life : We humbly 
beseech Thee, that, as Thou dost put into our minds 
good desires, so by Thy continual help we may bring 
the same to good effect; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, 
our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the 
Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. Amen. 



EASTER 97 



EPISTLE. 1 Corinthians 5 : 6-8 

YOUR glorying is not good. Know ye not that a 
little leaven leaveneth the whole lump? Purge 
out therefore the old leaven, that ye may be a new 
lump, as ye are unleavened. For even Christ our 
passover is sacrificed for us: therefore let us keep the 
feast, not with old leaven, neither with the leaven of 
malice and wickedness; but with the unleavened bread 
of sincerity and truth. 

GRADUAL 

THIS is the day which the Lord hath made : we 
will rejoice and be glad in it. 
V. O give thanks unto the Lord for He is good : for 
His mercy endureth forever. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. Christ our Passover : is 
sacrificed for us. 

V. Let us keep the feast : with the unleavened bread 
of sincerity and truth. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Mark 16 : 1-8 

AND when the sabbath was past, Mary Magdalene, 
£~\ and Mary the mother of James, and Salome, had 
bought sweet spices, that they might come and anoint 
him. And very early in the morning the first day of 
the week, they came unto the sepulchre at the rising 
of the sun. And they said among themselves, Who shall 
roll us away the stone from the door of the sepulchre? 
And when they looked, they saw that the stone was 
rolled away: for it was very great. And entering into 
the sepulchre, they saw a young man sitting on the right 
side, clothed in a long white garment; and they were 
affrighted. And he saith unto them, Be not affrighted : 
Ye seek Jesus of Nazareth, which was crucified: he is 
risen; he is not here: behold the place where they laid 
him. But go your way, tell his disciples and Peter that 
he goeth before you into Galilee : there shall ye see him, 



98 EASTER 



as he said unto you. And they went out quickly, and 
fled from the sepulchre; for they trembled and were 
amazed: neither said they any thing to any man; for 
they were afraid. 



OTHER EASTER COLLECTS 

GRANT, we beseech Thee, Almighty God, that we 
who celebrate Thy Paschal Feast, kindled with 
heavenly desires, may ever thirst for the Fountain of 
Life, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth, etc. 
Amen. 

GRANT, we beseech Thee, Almighty God, that we 
who celebrate the solemnities of the Lord's Resur- 
rection, may by the renewal of Thy Holy Spirit rise 
again from the death of the soul; through the same 
Jesus Christ, thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 



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IT Introit, Collect and Gradual the same as for easter day. 
EPISTLE. Acts 10 : 34-41 

THEN Peter opened his mouth, and said, Of a truth 
I perceive that God is no respecter of persons : but 
in every nation he that feareth him, and worketh 
righteousness, is accepted with him. The word which 
God sent unto the children of Israel, preaching peace by 
Jesus Christ: (he is Lord of all:) that word, I say, ye 
know, which was published throughout all Judaea, and 
began from Galilee, after the baptism , which John 
preached; how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the 
Holy Ghost and with power: who went about doing 
good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; 
for God was with him. And we are witnesses of all 
things which he did both in the land of the Jews, and in 



EASTER 99 



Jerusalem; whom they slew and hanged on a tree: him 
God raised up the third day, and showed him openly; 
not to all the people, but unto witnesses chosen before of 
God, even to us, who did eat and drink with him after 
he rose from the dead. 



GOSPEL. Luke 24 : 13-35 

A XD, behold, two of them went that same day to a 
Ijl village called Emmaus, which was from Jerusalem 
about threescore furlongs. And they talked together 
of all these things which had happened. And it came 
to pass, that, while they communed together and 
reasoned, Jesus himself drew near, and went with them. 
But their eyes were holden that they should not know 
him. And he said unto them, What manner of com- 
munications are these that ye have one to another, as ye 
walk, and are sad? And the one of them, whose name 
was Cleopas, answering said unto him, Art thou only a 
stranger in Jerusalem, and hast not known the things 
which are come to pass there in these days? And he 
said unto them, What things? And they said unto him, 
Concerning Jesus of Nazareth, which was a prophet 
mighty in deed and word before God and all the people : 
and how the chief priests and our rulers delivered him 
to be condemned to death, and have crucified him. 
But we trusted that it had been he which should have 
redeemed Israel: and beside all this, to day is the third 
day since these things were done. Yea, and certain 
women also of our company made us astonished, which 
were early at the sepulchre; and when they found not 
his body, they came, saying, that they had also seen a 
vision of angels, which said that he was alive. And 
certain of them which v were with us went to the sepul- 
chre, and found it even so as the women had said : but 
him they saw not. Then he said unto them, O fools, 
and slow of heart to believe all that the prophets have 
spoken: ought not Christ to have suffered these things, 



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and to enter into his glory? And beginning at Moses 
and all the prophets, he expounded unto them in all the 
scriptures the things concerning himself. And they 
drew nigh unto the village, whither they went: and he 
made as though he would have gone further. But they 
constrained him, saying, Abide with us : for it is toward 
evening, and the day is far spent. And he went in to 
tarry with them. And it came to pass, as he sat at 
meat with them, he took bread, and blessed it, and 
brake, and gave to them. And their eyes were opened, 
and they knew him; and he vanished out of their sight. 
And they said one to another, Did not our heart burn 
within us, while he talked with us by the way, and while 
he opened to us the Scriptures? And they rose up the 
same hour, and returned to Jerusalem, and found the 
eleven gathered together, and them that were with them, 
saying, The Lord is risen indeed, and hath appeared to 
Simon. And they told what things were done in the 
way, and how he was known of them in breaking of 
bread. 



<©ua*t Jfflo&o 0eniti. W$t Jftrsft gmn&ap 
after Carter 

INTROIT 

AS newborn babes 2 desire the sincere milk of the 
l Word. 
Hear, O my people, and I will testify unto thee I O 
Israel, if thou wilt hearken unto Me. 

Ps. Sing aloud unto God our strength : make a joyful 
noise unto the God of Jacob. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 



G 



COLLECT 

RANT, we beseech Thee, Almighty God, that we 
who have celebrated the solemnities of the Lord's 



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Resurrection, may, by the help of Thy grace, bring forth 
the fruits thereof in our life and conversation; through 
the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth 
and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One 
God, world without end. Amen. 



EPISTLE. 1 John 5 : 4-12 

FOR whatsoever is born of God overcometh the 
world : and this is the victory that overcometh the 
world, even our faith. Who is he that overcometh the 
world, but he that believeth that Jesus is the Son of 
God? This is he that came by water and blood, even 
Jesus Christ; not by water only, but by water and 
blood. And it is the Spirit that beareth witness, be- 
cause the Spirit is truth. For there are three that bear 
record in heaven, the Father, the Word, and the Holy 
Ghost: and these three are one. And there are three 
that bear witness in earth, the Spirit, and the water, and 
the blood : and these three agree in one. If we receive 
the witness of men, the witness of God is greater: for 
this is the witness of God which he hath testified of his 
Son. He that believeth on the Son of God hath the 
witness in himself: he that believeth not God hath 
made him a liar; because he believeth not the record that 
God gave of his Son. And this is the record, that God 
hath given to us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. 
He that hath the Son hath life; and he that hath not the 
Son of God hath not life. 



GRADUAL 

HALLELUJAH. Hallelujah. 
V. The angel of the Lord descended from 
heaven : and came and rolled back the stone from the 
door, and sat upon it. 

Hallelujah. V. After eight days when the doors 



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were shut, came Jesus and stood in the midst of His 
disciples : and saith unto them, Peace be unto you. 
Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. John 20 : 19-31 

THEN the same day at evening, being the first day 
of the week, when the doors were shut where the 
disciples were assembled for fear of the Jews, came 
Jesus and stood in the midst, and saith unto them, 
Peace be unto you. And when he had so said, he 
showed unto them his hands and his side. Then w T ere 
the disciples glad, when they saw the Lord. Then said 
Jesus to them again, Peace be unto you: as my Father 
hath sent me, even so send I you. And when he had 
said this, he breathed on them, and saith unto them, 
Receive ye the Holy Ghost : whose soever sins ye remit, 
they are remitted unto them; and whose soever sins ye 
retain, they are retained. But Thomas, one of the 
twelve, called Didymus, was not with them when Jesus 
came. The other disciples therefore said unto him, 
We have seen the Lord. But he said unto them, Except 
I shall see in his hands the print of the nails, and put my 
finger into the print of the nails, and thrust my hand 
into his side, I will not believe. And after eight days 
again his disciples were within, and Thomas with them : 
then came Jesus, the doors being shut, and stood in the 
midst, and said, Peace be unto you. Then saith he to 
Thomas, Reach hither thy finger, and behold my hands; 
and reach hither thy hand, and thrust it into my side: 
and be not faithless, but believing. And Thomas an- 
swered and said unto him, My Lord and my God. 
Jesus saith unto him, Thomas, because thou hast seen 
me, thou hast believed : • blessed are they that have not 
seen, and yet have believed. And many other signs 
truly did Jesus in the presence of his disciples, which are 
not written in this book : but these are written, that ye 
might believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; 
and that believing ye might have life through his name. 



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bap after Carter 

IXTROIT 

THE earth is full of the goodness of the Lord : By the 
Word of the Lord were the heavens made. 
Ps. Rejoice in the Lord, O ye righteous : for praise is 
comely for the upright. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

GOD, Who, by the humiliation of Thy Son, didst 
raise up the fallen world : Grant unto Thy faithful 
ones perpetual gladness, and those whom Thou hast 
delivered from the danger of everlasting death, do Thou 
make partakers of eternal joys; through the same Jesus 
Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with 
Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without 
end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. 1 Peter 2 : 21-25 

FOR even hereunto were ye called: because Christ 
also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye 
should follow his steps: who did no sin, neither was 
guile found in his mouth: who, when he was reviled, 
reviled not again; when he suffered, he threatened not; 
but committed himself to him that judge th righteously: 
who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the 
tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto right- 
eousness: by whose stripes ye were healed. For ye 
were as sheep going astray; but are now returned unto 
the Shepherd and Bishop of your souls. 

GRADUAL 

HALLELUJAH. Hallelujah. 
V. Then was the Lord Jesus known of the 
disciples : in the breaking of bread. 

Hallelujah. V. I am the Good Shepherd : and know 
My sheep, and am known of Mine. Hallelujah. 



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GOSPEL. John 10 : 11-16 

I AM the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth 
his life for the sheep. But he that is an hireling, and 
not the shepherd, whose own the sheep are not, seeth 
the wolf coming, and leaveth the sheep, and fleeth : and 
the wolf catcheth them, and scattereth the sheep. The 
hireling fleeth, because he is an hireling, and careth not 
for the sheep. I am the good shepherd, and know my 
sheep, and am known of mine. As the Father knoweth 
me, even so know I the Father : and I lay down my life 
for the sheep. And other sheep I have, which are not of 
this fold: them also I must bring, and they shall hear 
my voice; and there shall be one fold, and one shepherd. 



jubilate. ZRje ^Dfjtrb gmnbap after Caster 

INTROIT 

MAKE a joyful noise unto God, all ye lands : sing 
forth the honor of His Name; make His praise 
glorious. 

Ps. Say unto God, How terrible art Thou in Thy 
works : through the greatness of Thy power shall Thine 
enemies submit themselves unto Thee. 
Glory be to the. Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

A LMIGHTY God, Who showest to them that be in 
il error the light of Thy truth, to the intent that they 
may return into the way of righteousness : Grant unto 
all them that are admitted into the fellowship of Christ's 
Religion that they may eschew those things that are 
contrary to their profession, and follow all such things 
as are agreeable to the same; through Jesus Christ, Thy 
Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and 
the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. 
Amen. 



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EPISTLE. 1 Peter 2 : 11-20 

DEARLY beloved, I beseech you as strangers and 
pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts, which war 
against the soul; having your conversation honest 
among the Gentiles: that, whereas they speak against 
you as evildoers, they may by your good works, which 
they shall behold, glorify God in the day of visitation. 
Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the 
Lord's sake: whether it be to the king, as supreme; or 
unto governors, as unto them that are sent by him for 
the punishment of evil doers, and for the praise of them 
that do well. For so is the will of God, that with well 
doing ye may put to silence the ignorance of foolish men: 
as free, and not using your liberty for a cloke of malic- 
iousness, but as the servants of God. Honour all men. 
Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honour the king. 
Servants, be subject to your masters with all fear; not 
only to the good and gentle, but also to the froward. 
For this is thankworthy, if a man for conscience toward 
God endure grief, suffering wrongfully. For what glory 
is it, if, when ye be buffeted for your faults, ye shall 
take it patiently? but if, when ye do well, and suffer for 
it, ye take it patiently, this is acceptable with God. 



GRADUAL 

HALLELUJAH. Hallelujah. 
V. The Lord hath sent redemption : unto His 
people. 

Hallelujah, r. It behooved Christ to suffer, and to 
rise from the dead : and thus to enter into His glory. 
Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. John 16 : 16-23 

A LITTLE while, and ye shall not see me: and again, 
a little while, and ye shall see me, because I go to 
the Father. Then said some of his disciples among 
themselves, What is this that he saith unto us, A little 



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while, and ye shall not see me : and again, a little while, 
and ye shall see me: and, Because I go to the Father? 
They said therefore, What is this that he saith, A little 
while? we cannot tell what he saith. Now Jesus knew 
that they were desirous to ask him, and said unto them, 
Do ye enquire among yourselves of that I said, A little 
while, and ye shall not see me : and again, a little while, 
and ye shall see me? Verily, verily, I say unto you, 
That ye shall weep and lament, but the world shall re- 
joice: and ye shall be sorrowful, but your sorrow shall be 
turned into joy. A woman when she is in travail hath 
sorrow, because her hour is come: but as soon as she is 
delivered of the child, she remembereth no more the 
anguish, for joy that a man is born into the world. 
And ye now therefore have sorrow: but I will see you 
again, and your heart shall rejoice, and your joy no man 
taketh from you. And in that day ye shall ask me 
nothing. 

Cantate, Wfyz Jfourtf) gmnbap after Carter 

INTROIT 

OSING unto the Lord a new song : for He hath 
done marvellous things. 
The Lord hath made known His salvation : His 
righteousness hath he openly showed in the sight of the 
heathen. 

Ps. His right hand, and His holy arm : hath gotten 
Him the victory. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

OGOD, Who makest the minds of the faithful to be 
of one will: Grant unto Thy people that they may 
love what Thou commandest, and desire what Thou dost 
promise; that, among the manifold changes of this world, 
our hearts may there be fixed where true joys are to be 



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found; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who 
liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever 
One God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. James 1 : 16-21 

DO not err, my beloved brethren. Every good gift 
and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh 
down from the Father of lights, with whom is no vari- 
ableness, neither shadow of turning. Of his own will 
begat he us with the word of truth, that we should be a 
kind of first-fruits of his creatures. Wherefore, my be- 
loved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to 
speak, slow to wrath: for the wrath of man worketh not 
the righteousness of God. Wherefore lay apart all filthi- 
ness and superfluity of naughtiness, and receive with 
meekness the engrafted word, which is able to save your 
souls. 

GRADUAL 

HALLELUJAH. Hallelujah, 
r. The right hand of the Lord is exalted : The 
right hand of the Lord doeth valiantly. 

Hallelujah. V. Christ, being raised from the dead, 
dieth no more : death hath no more dominion over Him. 
Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. John 16 : 5-15 

BUT now I go my way to him that sent me; and none 
of you asketh me, Whither goest thou? But be- 
cause I have said these things unto you, sorrow hath 
filled your heart. Nevertheless I tell you the truth; It 
is expedient for you that I go away : for if I go not away, 
the Comforter will not come unto you; but if I depart, I 
will send him unto you. And when he is come, he will 
reprove the world of sin, and of righteousness, and of 
judgment: of sin, because they believe not on me; of 
righteousness, because I go to my Father, and ye see me 
no more; of judgment, because the prince of this world is 



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judged. I have yet many things to say unto you, but 
ye cannot bear them now. Howbeit when he, the 
Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: 
for he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall 
hear, that shall he speak : and he will show you things to 
come. He shall glorify me : for he shall receive of mine, 
and shall show it unto you. All things that the Father 
hath are mine: therefore said I, that he shall take of 
mine, and shall show it unto you. 

&ogate- Wfyt Jftftij gmnfcap after Carter 

INTROIT 

WITH the voice of singing declare ye, and tell this : 
utter it even to the end of the earth. Hallelu- 
jah. 

The Lord hath redeemed His servant Jacob : Hallelu- 
jah. Hallelujah. 

Ps. Make a joyful noise unto God, all ye lands : sing 
forth the honor of His Name; make His praise glorious. 
Glory be to the Father, etc, 

COLLECT 

OGOD, from Whom all good things do come: Grant 
to us Thy humble servants, that by Thy holy in- 
spiration we may think those things that be right, and 
by Thy merciful guiding may perform the same; 
through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth 
and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One 
God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. James 1 : 22-27 

BUT be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, 
deceiving your own selves. For if any be a hearer 
of the word, and not a doer, he is like unto a man behold- 
ing his natural face in a glass : for he beholdeth himself, 
and goeth his way, and straightway forgetteth what 



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manner of man he was. But whoso looketh into the 
perfect law of liberty, and continueth therein, he being 
not a forgetful hearer, but a doer of the work, this man 
shall be blessed in his deed. If any man among you 
seem to be religious, and bridleth not his tongue, but 
deceiveth his own heart, this man's religion is vain. 
Pure religion and undefined before God and the Father is 
this, To visit the fatherless and widows in their affliction, 
and to keep himself unspotted from the world. 

GRADUAL 

HALLELUJAH. Hallelujah. 
V, It behooved Christ to suffer, and to rise from 
the dead ! and thus to enter into His glory. 

Hallelujah. V. I came forth from the Father, and 
am come into the world : again I leave the world, and 
go to the Father. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. John 16 : 23-30 

VERILY, verily, I say unto you, Whatsoever ye shall 
ask the Father in my name, he will give it you. 
Hitherto have ye asked nothing in my name: ask, and 
ye shall receive, that your joy may be full. These 
things have I spoken unto you in proverbs: but the 
time cometh, when I shall no more speak unto you in 
proverbs, but I shall show you plainly of the Father. 
At that day ye shall ask in my name: and I say not 
unto you, that I will pray the Father for you: for the 
Father himself loveth you, because ye have loved me, 
and have believed that I came out from God. I came 
forth from the Father, and am come into the world: 
again, I leave the world, and go to the Father. His 
disciples said unto him, Lo, now speakest thou plainly, 
and speakest no proverb. Now are we sure that thou 
knowest all things, and needest not that any man should 
ask thee : by this we believe that thou earnest forth from 
God. 



110 . ASCENSION 



tEfje ^tecengton of our ILoxh 

INTROIT 

YE men of Galilee, why stand ye gazing up into 
heaven? I Hallelujah. 
This same Jesus which is taken up from you into 
heaven, shall so come in like manner as ye have seen 
Him go into heaven : Hallelujah. Hallelujah. 

Ps. O clap your hands, all ye people : shout unto 
God with the Voice of triumph. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

GRANT, we beseech Thee, Almighty God, that like 
as we do believe Thy Only-begotten Son, our Lord 
Jesus Christ, to have ascended into the heavens; so 
may we also in heart and mind thither ascend, and with 
Him continually dwell, Who liveth and reigneth with 
Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without 
end. Amen. 

OKING of Glory, Lord of Hosts, Who didst this 
Day ascend in triumph far above all heavens : We 
beseech Thee leave us not comfortless, but send to us 
the Spirit of Truth, promised of the Father; Who livest 
and reignest with the Father and the Holy Ghost, ever 
One God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Acts 1 : 1-11 

THE former treatise have I made, O Theophilus, of 
all that Jesus began both to do and teach, until 
the day in which he was taken up, after that he 
through the Holy Ghost had given commandments 
unto the apostles whom he had chosen: to whom also 
he showed himself alive after his passion by many 
infallible proofs, being seen of them forty days, and 
speaking of the things pertaining to the kingdom of 



ASCEXSIOX 111 



God: and, being assembled together with them, com- 
manded them that they should not depart from Jeru- 
salem, but wait for the promise of the Father, which, 
saith he, ye have heard of me. For John truly baptized 
with water; but ye shall be baptized with the Holy 
Ghost not many days hence. When they therefore 
were come together, they asked of him, # saying, Lord, 
wilt thou at this time restore again the kingdom to 
Israel? And he said unto them, It is not for vou to 
know the times or the seasons, which the Father hath 
put in his own power. But ye shall receive power, after 
that the Holy Ghost is come upon you : and ye shall be 
witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, 
and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the 
earth. And when he had spoken these things, while 
they beheld, he was taken up; and a cloud received him 
out of their sight. And while they looked stedfastly 
toward heaven as he went up, behold, two men stood 
by them in white apparel; which also said^ Ye men of 
Galilee, why stand ye gazing up into heaven? this same 
Jesus, 'which is taken up from you into heaven, shall 
so come in like manner as ye have seen him go into 
heaven. 

GRADUAL 

HALLELUJAH. Hallelujah. 
Ft God is gone up with a shout : the Lord with 
the sound of a trumpet. 

Hallelujah. V. Thou hast ascended on high : Thou 
hast led captivity captive. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Mark 16 : 14-20 

A FTERYV ARD he appeared unto the eleven as they 
il sat at meat, and upbraided them with their un- 
belief and hardness of heart, because they believed not 
them which had seen him after he was risen. And he 
said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the 
gospel to every creature. He that believeth and is bap- 



112 ASCENSION 



tized shall be saved; but he that belie veth not shall be 
damned. And these signs shall follow them that be- 
lieve; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall 
speak with new tongues; they shall take up serpents; 
and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt 
them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall 
recover. So ♦then after the Lord had spoken unto 
them, he was received up into heaven, and sat on the 
right hand of God. And they went forth, and preached 
every where, the Lord working with them, and con- 
firming the word with signs following. Amen. 

Cxaubu Cije ^>unbaj> after tfje $tecett£tott 

INTROIT 

HEAR, O Lord, when I cry with my voice : Hallelu- 
jah. 
When Thou saidst, Seek ye My face : my heart said 
unto Thee, Thy face, Lord, will I seek. 

Hide not Thy face from me I Hallelujah. Hallelujah. 
Ps. The Lord is my Light, and my Salvation : whom 
shall I feaf ? 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

ALMIGHTY, Everlasting God, make us to have 
IjL always a devout will towards Thee, and to serve 
Thy Majesty with a pure heart; through Jesus Christ, 
Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee 
and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. 
Amen. 

EPISTLE. 1 Peter 4 : 7-11 

BE ye therefore sober, and watch unto prayer. And 
above all things have fervent charity among your- 
selves: for charity shall cover the multitude of sins. 
Use hospitality one to another without grudging. As 
every man hath received the gift, even so minister the 



PENTECOST 113 



same one to another, as good stewards of the manifold 
grace of God. If any man speak, let him speak as the 
oracles of God; if any man minister, let him do it as of 
the ability which God gi veth : that God in all things 
may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom be 
praise and dominion for ever and ever. Amen. 

GRADUAL 

HALLELUJAH. Hallelujah. 
V. God reigneth over the heathen : God sitteth 
upon the throne of His holiness. 

Hallelujah. V. I will not leave you comfortless : I 
go, and I will come again to you, and your heart shall 
rejoice. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. John 15 : 26—16 : 4 

BUT when the Comforter is come, whom I will send 
unto you from the Father, even the Spirit of truth, 
which proceedeth from the Father, he shall testify of 
me : and ye also shall bear witness, because ye have been 
with me from the beginning. These things have I 
spoken unto you, that ye should not be offended. They 
shall put you out of the synagogues : yea, the time com- 
eth, that whosoever killeth you will think that he doeth 
God service. And these things will they do unto you, 
because they have not known the Father, nor me. But 
these things have I told you, that w^hen the time shall 
come, ye may remember that I told you of them. And 
these things I said not unto you at the beginning, be- 
cause I was with you. 

W$z Jfegttfaal of Pentecost ffltytteunbap 

IXTROIT 

rpHE Spirit of the Lord filleth the world : Hallelujah. 
A Let the righteous be glad; let them rejoice before 
God : yea, let them exceedingly rejoice. Hallelujah. 
Hallelujah. 



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Ps. Let God arise; let His enemies be scattered ! let 
them also that hate Him flee before Him. 
Glory be to the Father, etc, 

COLLECT 

OGOD, Who didst teach the hearts of Thy faithful 
people, by sending to them the light of Thy Holy 
Spirit: Grant us by the same Spirit to have a right 
judgment in all things, and evermore to rejoice in His 
holy comfort; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, 
Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, 
ever One God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Acts 2 : 1-13 

AND when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they 
11l were all with one accord in one place. And sud- 
denly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing 
mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were 
sitting. And there appeared unto them cloven tongues 
like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them. And they 
were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak 
with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance. 
And there were dwelling at Jerusalem Jews, devout men, 
out of every nation under heaven. Now when this was 
noised abroad, the multitude came together, and were 
confounded, because that every man heard them speak 
in his own language. And they were all amazed and 
marvelled, saying one to another, Behold, are not all 
these which speak Galilseans? And how hear we every 
man in our own tongue, wherein we were born? Par- 
thiaris, and Medes, and Elamites, and the dwellers in 
Mesopotamia, and in Judaea, and Cappadocia, in Pon- 
tus, and Asia, Phrygia, and Pamphylia, in Egypt, and in 
the parts of Libya about Cyrene, and strangers of Rome, 
Jews and proselytes, Cretes and Arabians, we do hear 
them speak in our tongues the wonderful works of God. 



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And they were all amazed, and were in doubt, saying 
one to another, What meaneth this? Others mocking 
said, These men are full of new wine. 

Gradual 

HALLELUJAH. Hallelujah. 
V. Thou sendest forth Thy Spirit, they are 
created : and Thou renewest the face of the earth. 
Hallelujah. F. Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of 
the faithful : and kindle in them the fire of Thy love. 
Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. John 14 : 23-31 

JESUS answered and said unto him, If a man love 
me, he will keep my words: and my Father will 
love him, and we will come unto him, and make our 
abode with him. He that loveth me not keepeth not 
my sayings: and the word which ye hear is not mine, 
but the Father's which sent me. These things have I 
spoken unto you, being yet present with you. But the 
Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father 
will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and 
bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have 
said unto you. Peace I leave with you, my peace I give 
unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. 
Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. 
Ye have heard how I said unto you, I go away, and 
come again unto you. If ye loved me, ye would re- 
joice, because I said, I go unto the Father: for my 
Father is greater than I. And now I have told you be- 
fore it come to pass, that, when it is come to pass, ye 
might believe. Hereafter I will not talk much with 
you : for the prince of this world cometh, and hath noth- 
ing in me. But that the world may know that I love 
the Father; and as the Father gave me commandment, 
even so I do. Arise, let us go hence. 



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% Introit and Gradual the same as for whitsunday. 
COLLECT 
GOD, Who didst give Thy Holy Spirit to Thine 



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Apostles : Grant unto Thy people the performance 
of their petitions, so that on us to whom Thou hast 
given faith, Thou may est also bestow peace; through 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reign- 
eth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world 
without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Acts 10 : 42-48 

AND he commanded us to preach unto the people, 
l\ and to testify that it is he which was ordained of 
God to be the Judge of quick and dead. To him give 
all the prophets witness, that through his name whoso- 
ever belie veth in him shall receive remission of sins. 
While Peter yet spake these words, the Holy Ghost fell 
on all them which heard the word. And they of the 
circumcision which believed were astonished, as many 
as came with Peter, because that on the Gentiles also 
was poured out the gift of the Holy Ghost. For they 
heard them speak with tongues, and magnify God. 
Then answered Peter, Can any man forbid water, that 
these should not be baptized, which have received the 
Holy Ghost as well as we? And he commanded them 
to be baptized in the name of the Lord. 

GOSPEL, John 3 : 16-21 

FOR God so loved the world, that he gave his only 
begotten Son, that whosoever belie veth in him 
should not perish, but have everlasting life. For God 
sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; 
but that the world through him might be saved. He 
that belie veth on him is not condemned: but he that 
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believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God. 
And this is the condemnation, that light is come into the 
world, and men loved darkness rather than light, be- 
cause their deeds were evil. For every one that doeth 
evil hateth the light, neither cometh to the light, lest 
his deeds should be reproved. But he that doeth truth 
cometh to the light, that his deeds may be made mani- 
fest, that they are wrought in God. 



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INTROIT 

BLESSED be the Holy Trinity, and the undivided 
Unity : 
Let us give glory to Him because He hath shown His 
mercy to us. 

Ps. O Lord, our Lord : how excellent is Thy Name in 
all the earth. 

Glory be to the Father* etc. 

Or, 

HOLY, Holy, Holy, is the Lord of Hosts : of Him, 
and through Him, and to Him, are all things. 
Ps. O Lord, our Lord : how excellent is Thy Name 
in all the earth. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

A LMIGHTY and Everlasting God, Who hast given 
l\. unto us, Thy servants, grace, by the confession of 
a true faith, to acknowledge the glory of the Eternal 
Trinity, and in the power of the Divine Majesty to wor- 
ship the Unity : We beseech Thee, that Thou wouldest 
keep us steadfast in this faith, and evermore defend us 
from all adversities; Who livest and reignest, One God, 
world without end. Amen. 



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EPISTLE. Romans 11 : 33-36 

OTHE depth of the riches both of the wisdofri and 
knowledge of God! how unsearchable are his judg- 
ments, and his ways past finding out! For who hath 
known the mind of the Lord? or who hath been his 
counsellor? Or who hath first given to him, and it shall 
be recompensed unto him again? For of him, and 
through him, and to him, are all things: to whom be 
glory for ever. Amen. 

GRADUAL 

BLESSED art Thou, O Lord, Who beholdest the 
deep : and Who dwellest between the cherubim. 
V. Blessed art Thou, O Lord, in the firmament of 
heaven : and greatly to be praised, and glorified, and 
highly exalted forever. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. Blessed art Thou, O 
Lord God of our fathers I and greatly to be praised and 
glorified forever. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. John 3 : 1-15 

THERE was a man of the Pharisees, named Nicode- 
mus, a ruler of the Jews : the same came to Jesus 
by night, and said unto him, Rabbi, we know that thou 
art a teacher come from God : for no man can do these 
miracles that thou doest, except God be with him. 
Jesus answered and said unto him, Verily, verily, I say 
unto thee, Except a man be born again, he cannot see 
the kingdom of God. Nicodemus saith unto him, How 
can a man be born when he is old? can he enter the 
second time into his mother's womb, and be born? 
Jesus answered, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a 
man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter 
into the kingdom of God. That which is born of the 
flesh is flesh; and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit. 
Marvel not that I said unto thee, Ye must be born 
again. The wind bloweth where it listeth, and thou 



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hearest the sound thereof, but canst not tell whence it 
cometh, and whither it goeth: so is every one that is 
born of the Spirit. Nicodemus "answered and said unto 
him, How can these things be? Jesus answered and 
said unto him, Art thou a master of Israel, and knowest 
not these things? Verily, verily, I say unto thee, We 
speak that we do know, and testify that we have seen; 
and ye receive not our witness. If I have told you 
earthly things, and ye believe not, how shall ye believe, 
if I tell you of heavenly things? And no man hath 
ascended up ta lieaven, but he that came down from 
heaven, even the Son of man which is in heaven. And 
as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, even so 
must the Son of man be lifted up: that whosoever be- 
lieveth in him should not perish, but have eternal life. 

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INTROIT 

OLORD, I have trusted in Thy mercy : my heart 
shall rejoice in Thy salvation. 
I will sing unto the Lord : because He hath dealt 
bountifully with me. 

Ps. How long wilt Thou forget me, O Lord : how 
long wilt Thou hide Thy face from me? 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

OGOD, the Strength of all them that put their trust 
in Thee-: Mercifully accept our prayers; and be- 
cause through the weakness of our mortal nature we can 
do no good thing- without Thee, grant us the help of 
Thy grace, that in keeping Thy commandments we may 
please Thee, both in will and deed; through Jesus Christ, 
Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee 
and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. 
Amen. 



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EPISTLE. 1 John 4 : 16-21 

GOD is love; and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth 
in God, and God in him. Herein is our love made 
perfect, that we may have boldness in the day of judg- 
ment: because as he is, so are we in this world. There 
is no fear in love; but perfect love caste th out fear: be- 
cause fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made 
perfect in love. We love him, because he first loved us. 
If a man say, I love God, and hateth his brother, he is a 
liar: for he that loveth not his brother whom he hath 
seen, how can he love God whom he hath not seen? 
And this commandment have we from him, That he 
who loveth God love his brother also. 

GRADUAL 

IS AID, Lord, be merciful unto me : heal my soul, for I 
have sinned against Thee. 

V. Blessed is He that considereth the poor : the 
Lord will deliver him in time of trouble. * 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. O Lord my God, in 
Thee do I put my trust : save me from all them that 
persecute me, and deliver me. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Luke 16 : 19-31 

THERE was a certain rich man, which was clothed 
in purple and fine linen, and fared sumptuously 
every day: and there was a certain beggar named 
Lazarus, which was laid at his gate full of sores, and 
desiring to be fed with the crumbs which fell from the 
rich man's table: moreover the dogs came and licked 
his sores. And it came to pass, that the beggar died, 
and was carried by the angels into Abraham's bosom: 
the rich man also died, and was buried; and in hell he 
lift up his eyes, being in torments, and seeth Abraham 
afar off, and Lazarus in his bosom. And he cried and 
said, Father Abraham, have mercy on me, and send Laz- 
arus, that he may dip the tip of his finger in water, and 



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cool my tongue; for I am tormented in this flame. But 
Abraham said, Son, remember that thou in thy lifetime 
recei vedst thy good things, and likewise Lazarus evil 
things : but now he is comforted, and thou art tormented. 
And beside all this, between us and you there is a great 
gulf fixed : so that they which would pass from hence to 
you cannot; neither can they pass to us, that would 
come from thence. Then he said, I pray thee therefore, 
father, that thou wouldest send him to my father's 
house: for I have five brethren; that he may testify 
unto them, lest they also come into this place of torment. 
Abraham saith unto him, They have Moses and the 
prophets; let them hear them. And he said, Nay, 
father Abraham: but if one went unto them from the 
dead, they will repent. And he said unto him, If they 
hear not Moses and the prophets, neither will they be 
persuaded, though one rose from the dead. 



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INTROIT 

THE Lord was my Stay : He brought me forth also 
into a large place. 
He delivered me : because He delighted in me. 
Ps. I will love Thee, O Lord, my Strength : The 
Lord is my Rock, and my Fortress. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

OLORD, Who never failest to help and govern those 
whom Thou dost bring up in Thy steadfast fear 
and love : Make us to have a perpetual fear and love of 
Thy holy Name; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our 
Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy 
Ghost, ever One God, world without end. Amen. 



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EPISTLE. 1 John 3 : 13-18 

MARVEL not, my brethren, if the world hate you. 
We know that we have passed from death unto 
life, because we love the brethren. He that loveth not 
his brother abideth in death. Whosoever hateth his 
brother is a murderer: and ye know that no murderer 
hath eternal life abiding in him. Hereby perceive we 
the love of God, because he laid down his life for us : and 
we ought to lay down our lives for the brethren. But 
whoso hath this world's good, and seeth his brother 
have need, and shutteth up his bowels of compassion 
from him, how dwelleth the love of God in him? My 
little children, let us not love in word, neither in tongue; 
but in deed and in truth. 

GRADUAL 

IN my distress I cried unto the Lord : and He heard 
me. 

V. Deliver my soul, O Lord, from lying lips : and 
from a deceitful tongue. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. I will praise the Lord 
according to His righteousness : and will sing praise to 
the Name of the Lord Most High. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Luke 14 : 16-24 

THEN said he unto him, A certain man made a great 
supper, and bade many: and sent his servant at 
supper time to say to them that were bidden, Come; for 
all things are now ready. And they all with one consent 
began to make excuse. The first said unto him, I have 
bought a piece of ground, and I must needs go and see it : 
I pray thee have me excused. And another said, I have 
bought five yoke of oxen, and I go to prove them : I pray 
thee have me excused. And another said, I have mar- 
ried a wife, and therefore I cannot come. So that ser- 
vant came and showed his lord these things. Then the 



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master of the house being angry said to his servant, Go 
out quickly into the streets and lanes of the city, and 
bring in hither the poor, and the maimed, and the halt, 
and the blind. And the servant said, Lord, it is done as 
thou hast commanded, and yet there is room. And the 
lord said unto the servant, Go out into the highways and 
hedges, and compel them to come in, that my house may 
be filled. For I say unto you, That none of those men 
which were bidden shall taste of my supper. 



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INTROIT 

TURN Thee unto me, and have mercy upon me : for 
I am desolate and afflicted. 
Look upon mine affliction and my pain : and forgive 
all my sins. 

Ps. Unto Thee, O Lord, do I lift up my soul : O my 
God, I trust in Thee, let me not be ashamed. 
Glory be to the Father, etc, 

COLLECT 

OGOD. the Protector of all that trust in Thee, with- 
out Whom nothing is strong, nothing is holy: 
Increase and multiply upon us Thy mercy; that Thou 
being our Ruler and Guide, we may so pass through 
things temporal, that we finally lose not the things 
eternal; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who 
liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever 
One God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. 1 Peter 5 : 6-11 

HUMBLE yourselves therefore under the mighty 
hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time : 
casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you. 
Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, 



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as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may 
devour: whom resist stedfast in the faith, knowing that 
the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren 
that are in the world. But the God of all grace, who 
hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, 
after that ye have suffered a wiiile, make you perfect, 
stablish, strengthen, settle you. To him be glory and 
dominion for ever and ever. Amen. 



GRADUAL 

CAST thy burden upon the Lord : and He shall sus- 
tain thee. 
V. I will call upon God; and the Lord shall save 
me : He hath delivered my soul in peace. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. I will love Thee, O 
Lord, my Strength : The Lord is my Rock, and my 
Fortress, and my Deliverer. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Luke 15 : 1-10 

THEN drew near unto him all the publicans and 
sinners for to hear him. And the Pharisees and 
scribes murmured, saying, This man receiveth sinners, 
and eateth with them. And he spake this parable unto 
them, saying, What man of you, having an hundred 
sheep, if he lose one of them, doth not leave the ninety 
and nine in the wilderness, and go after that which is 
lost, until he find it? And when he hath found it, he 
layeth it on his shoulders, rejoicing. And when he 
cometh home, he calleth together his friends and neigh- 
bours, saying unto them, Rejoice with me; for I have 
found my sheep which was lost. I say unto you, that 
likewise joy shall be in heaven over one sinner that re- 
penteth, more than over ninety and nine just persons, 
which need no repentance. Either what woman having 
ten pieces of silver, if she lose one piece, doth not light 
a candle, and sweep the house, and seek diligently till 



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she find it? And when she hath found it, she calleth 
her friends and her neighbours together, saying, Re- 
joice with me; for I have found the piece which I had 
lost. Likewise, I say unto you, there is joy in the 
presence of the angels of God over one sinner that re- 
penteth. 

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INTROIT 

THE Lord is my Light and my Salvation; whom 
shall I fear : The Lord is the strength of my life; 
of whom shall I be afraid? 

When the wicked, even mine enemies and my foes, 
came upon me : they stumbled and fell. 

Ps. Though an host should encamp against me : my 
heart shall not fear. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

GRANT, Lord, we beseech Thee, that the course 
of this world may be so peaceably ordered by Thy 
governance, that Thy Church may joyfully serve Thee 
in all godly quietness; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, 
our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the 
Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Romans 8 : 18-23 

FOR I reckon that the sufferings of this present 
time are not worthy to be compared with the glory 
which shall be revealed in us. For the earnest expecta- 
tion of the creature waiteth for the manifestation of the 
sons of God. For the creature was made subject to 
vanity, not willingly, but by reason of him who hath 
subjected the same in hope, because the creature itself 
also shall be delivered from the bondage of corruption 



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into the glorious liberty of the children of God. For we 
know that the whole creation groaneth and travaileth 
in pain together until now. And not only they, but 
ourselves also, which have the firstfruits of the Spirit, 
even we ourselves groan within ourselves, waiting for 
the adoption, to wit, the redemption of our body. 

GRADUAL 

FORGIVE our sins, O Lord : lest the heathen say, 
Where is their God? 
V. Help us, O God of our salvation : and for the glory 
of Thy Name, deliver us. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. The king shall joy in 
Thy strength, O Lord land in Thy salvation how greatly 
shall he rejoice! Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Luke 6 : 36-42 

BE ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is 
merciful. Judge not, and ye shall not be judged: 
condemn not, and ye shall not be condemned: forgive, 
and ye shall be forgiven : give, and it shall be given unto 
you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, 
and running over, shall men give into your bosom. 
For with the same measure that ye mete withal it shall 
be measured to you again. And he spake a parable 
unto them, Can the blind lead the blind? shall they not 
both fall into the ditch? The disciple is not above his 
master: but every one that is perfect shall be as his 
master. And why beholdest thou the mote that is in 
thy brother's eye, but perceivest not the beam that is in 
thine own eye? Either how canst thou say to thy 
brother, Brother, let me pull out the mote that is in 
thine eye, when thou thyself beholdest not the beam 
that is in thine own eye? Thou hypocrite, cast out 
first the beam out of thine own eye, and then shalt thou 
see clearly to pull out the mote that is in thy brother's 

eye, 

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INTROIT 

HEAR, O Lord, when I cry with my voice : Thou 
hast been my help. 
Leave me not, neither forsake me : God of my Sal- 
vation. 

Ps. The Lord is my Light and my Salvation : whom 
shall I fear? 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

OGOD, Who hast prepared for them that love Thee 
such good things as pass man's understanding: 
Pour into our hearts such love toward Thee, that we, 
loving Thee above all things, may obtain Thy promises, 
which exceed all that we can desire; through Jesus 
Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth 
with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world 
without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. 1 Peter 3 : 8-15 

FINALLY, be ye all of one mind, having compassion 
one of another, love as brethren, be pitiful, be 
courteous : not rendering evil for evil, or railing for 
railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are 
thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing. 
For he that will love life, and see good days, let him 
refrain his tongue from evil, and his lips that they 
speak no guile: let him eschew evil, and do good; let 
him seek peace, and ensue it. For the eyes of the Lord 
are over the righteous, and his ears are open unto their 
prayers : but the face of the Lord is against them that do 
evil. And who is he that will harm you, if ye be fol- 
lowers of that which is good? But and if ye suffer for 
righteousness' sake, happy are ye: and be not afraid of 
their terror, neither be troubled; but sanctify the Lord 
God in your hearts. 



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GRADUAL 

BEHOLD, O God, our Shield : and look upon Thy 
servants. 
V. O Lord God of hosts : hear our prayer. 
Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. In Thee, O Lord, do I 
put my trust; let me never be ashamed I deliver me in 
Thy righteousness. Hallelujah. 



GOSPEL. Luke 5: 1-11 

A ND it came to pass, that, as the people pressed upon 
l\ him to hear the word of God, he stood by the lake 
of Gennesaret, and saw two ships standing by the lake: 
but the fishermen were gone out of them, and were 
washing their nets. And he entered into one of the 
ships, which was Simon's, and prayed him that he 
would thrust out a little from the land. And he sat 
down, and taught the people out of the ship. Now 
when he had left speaking, he said unto Simon, Launch 
out into the deep, and let down your nets for a draught. 
And Simon answering said unto him, Master, we have 
toiled all the night, and have taken nothing : neverthe- 
less at thy word I will let down the net. And when 
they had this done, they inclosed a great multitude of 
fishes: and their net brake. And they beckoned unto 
their partners, which were in the other ship, that they 
should come and help them. And they came, and filled 
both the ships, so that they began to sink. When 
Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus' knees, saying, 
Depart from me; for I am a sinful man, O Lord. For 
he was astonished, and all that were with him, at the 
draught of the fishes which they had taken: and so was 
also James, and John, the sons of Zebedee, which were 
partners with Simon. And Jesus said unto Simon, Fear 
not; from henceforth thou shalt catch men. And when 
they had brought their ships to land, they forsook all, 
and followed him. 



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IXTROIT 

THE Lord is the strength of His people : He is the 
saving strength of His anointed. 
Save Thy people, and bless Thine inheritance : feed 
them also, and lift them up forever. 

Ps. Unto Thee will I cry, O Lord, my Rock; be not 
silent unto me : lest if Thou be silent to me, I become 
like them that go down into the pit. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

LORD of v all power and might, Who art the Author 
J and Giver of all good things: Graft in our hearts 
the love of Thy Name, increase in us true religion, 
nourish us with all goodness, and of Thy great mercy 
keep us in the same; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our 
Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy 
Ghost, ever One God, world without end. Amen. 



EPISTLE. Romans 6 : 3-11 

KNOW ye not, that so many of us as were baptized 
into Jesus Christ were baptized into his death? 
Therefore we are buried with him by baptism into 
death: that like as Christ was raised up from the dead 
by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk 
in newness of life. For if we have been planted to- 
gether in the likeness of his death, we shall be also in the 
likeness of his resurrection: knowing this, that our old 
man is crucified with him, that the body of sin might be 
destroyed, that henceforth we should not serve sin. 
For lie that is dead is freed from sin. Now if we be 
dead with Christ, we believe that we shall also live with 
him: knowing that Christ being raised from the dead 



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dieth no more; death hath no more dominion over him. 
For in that he died, he died unto sin once : but in that he 
liveth, he liveth unto God. Likewise reckon ye also 
yourselves to be dead indeed unto sin, but alive unto 
God through Jesus Christ our Lord. 



GRADUAL 

RETURN, O Lord, how long : and let it repent Thee 
concerning Thy servants. 
V. Lord, Thou hast been our dwelling place : in all 
generations. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. O clap your hands, all 
ye people : shout unto God with the voice of triumph. 
Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Matthew 5 : 20-26 

FOR I say unto you, That except your righteousness 
shall exceed the righteousness of the scribes and 
Pharisees, ye shall in no case enter into the kingdom of 
heaven. Ye have heard that it was said by them of 
old time, Thou shalt not kill; and whosoever shall kill 
shall be in danger of the judgment: but I say unto you, 
That whosoever is angry with his brother without a 
cause shall be in danger of the judgment: and whoso- 
ever shall say to his brother, Raca, shall be in danger of 
the council: but whosoever shall say, Thou fool, shall 
be in danger of hell fire. Therefore if thou bring thy 
gift to the altar, and there rememberest that thy 
brother hath ought against thee; leave there thy gift 
before the altar, and go thy way; first be reconciled to 
thy brother, and then come and offer thy gift. Agree 
with thine adversary quickly, whiles thou art in the way 
with him; lest at any time the adversary deliver thee 
to the judge, and the judge deliver thee to the officer, 
and thou be cast into prison. Verily I say unto thee, 
Thou shalt by no means come out thence, till thou hast 
paid the uttermost farthing. 



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IVTROIT 

Or LAP your hands : all ye people. 
Shout unto God : with the voice of triumph. 
Ps. He shall subdue the people under us : and the 
nations under our feet. 

ry be to the Father, etc. 

COLLI 

OlOD, Whose never-failing Providence ordereth 
all things both in heaven and earth: We humbly 
eech Thee to put away from us all hurtful things, 
and to give us those things which be profitable for us: 
through Jesus Christ, Thy Son. our Lord. Who liveth 
and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One 
God. world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Romans 6 : 19-, 

I SPEAK after the manner of men because of the 
infirniitv of vour flesh: for as ve have vielded vour 
«. «. i * i 

members servants to uncleanness and to iniquity unto 
iniquity: even so now yield your members servants to 
teousness unto holiness. For when ve were the 
servants of sin. ye were free from righteousness. What 
fruit had ye then in those things whereof ye are now 
ashamed? for the end of those things is death. But now 
being made free from sin. and become servants to God, 
ye have your fruit unto holiness, and the end everlasting 
life. For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God 
is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. 

GRADUAL 

COME, ye children, hearken unto me : I will teach 
you the fear of the Lord. 
V. Look unto Him and be lightened : and let your 
faces not be ashamed. 



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Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. Deliver me from mine 
enemies, O my God : defend me from them that rise up 
against me. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Mark 8 : 1-9 

IN those days the multitude being very great, and 
having nothing to eat, Jesus called his disciples unto 
him, and saith unto them, I have compassion on the 
multitude, because they have now been with me three 
days, and have nothing to eat : and if I send them away 
fasting to their own houses, they will faint by the way: 
for divers of them came from far. And his disciples 
answered him, From whence can a man satisfy these 
men with bread here in the wilderness? And he asked 
them, How many loaves have ye? And they said, 
Seven. And he commanded the people to sit down on 
the ground: and he took the seven loaves, and gave 
thanks, and brake, and gave to his disciples to set be- 
fore them; and they did set them before the people. 
And they had a few small fishes: and he blessed, and 
commanded to set them also before them. So they did 
eat, and were filled: and they took up of the broken 
meat that was left seven baskets. And they that had 
eaten were about four thousand: and he sent them 
away. 

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INTROIT 

WE have thought of Thy loving-kindness, O God : 
in the midst of Thy Temple. 
According to Thy Name, O God, so is Thy praise 
unto the ends of the earth : Thy right hand is full of 
righteousness. 

Ps. Great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised : in 
the city of our God, in the mountain of His holiness. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 



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COLLECT 

GRANT to us, Lord, we beseech Thee, the Spirit to 
think and do always such things as are right; that 
we, who cannot do anything that is good without Thee, 
may by Thee be enabled to live according to Thy will; 
through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth 
and reigneth with Thee and the Holy £xhost, ever One 
God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Romans 8 : 12-17 

THEREFORE, brethren, we are debtors, not to the 
flesh, to live after the flesh. For if ye live after 
the flesh, ye shall die: but if ye through the Spirit do 
mortify the deeds of the body, ye shall live. For as 
many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of 
God. For ye have not received the spirit of bondage 
again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adop- 
tion, whereby we cry, Abba, Father. The Spirit itself 
beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children 
of God: and if children, then heirs; heirs of God, and 
joint-heirs with Christ; if so be that we suffer with him, 
that we may be also glorified together. 

GRADUAL 

BE Thou my strong Rock : for an house of defence to 
save me. 
r. In Thee, O Lord, do I put my trust : let me never 
be ashamed. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. The Lord knoweth the 
way of the righteous : but the way of the ungodly shall 
perish. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Matthew 7 : 15-23 

BEWARE of false prophets, which come to you in 
sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravening 
wolves. Ye shall know them by their fruits. Do men 
gather grapes of thorns, or figs of thistles? Even so 



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every good tree bringeth forth good fruit; but a corrupt 
tree bringeth forth evil fruit. A good tree cannot bring 
forth evil fruit, neither can a corrupt tree bring forth 
good fruit. Every tree that bringeth not forth good 
fruit is hewn down, and cast into the fire. Wherefore 
by their fruits ye shall know them. Not every one that 
saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom 
of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which 
is in heaven. Many will say to me in that day, Lord, 
Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy 
name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many 
wonderful works? And then will I profess unto them, 
I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work in- 
iquity. 

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INTROIT 

BEHOLD, God is mine Helper : the Lord is with 
them that uphold my soul. 
He shall reward evil unto mine enemies : cut them off 
in Thy truth, O Lord. 

Ps. Save me, O God, by Thy Name : and judge me 
by Thy strength. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

LET Thy merciful ears, O Lord, be open to the prayers 
J of Thy humble servants: and, that they may ob- 
tain their petitions, make them to ask such things as 
shall please Thee; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our 
Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy 
Ghost, ever One God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. 1 Corinthians 10 : 6-13 

NOW these things were our examples, to the intent 
we should not lust after evil things, as they also 
lusted. Neither be ye idolaters, as were some of them; 



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as it is written, The people sat down to eat and drink, 
and rose up to play. Neither let us commit fornica- 
tion, as some of them committed, and fell in one day 
three and twenty thousand. Neither let us tempt 
Christ, as some of them also tempted, and were de- 
stroyed of serpents. Neither murmur ye, as some of 
them also murmured, and were destroyed of the de- 
stroyer. Now all these things happened unto them for 
ensamples: and they are written for our admonition, 
upon whom the ends of the world are come. Where- 
fore let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he 
fall. There hath no temptation taken you but such as 
is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not 
suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able ; but will 
with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye 
may be able to bear it. 

GRADUAL 

OLORD, our Lord, how excellent is Thy Name in all 
the earth : Who hast set Thy glory above the 
heavens. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. Give ear, O My people, 
to My law : incline your ears to the words of My mouth. 
Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Luke 16 : 1-9 

AND he said also unto his disciples, There was a 
AJl certain rich man, which had a steward; and the 
same was accused unto him that he had wasted his 
goods. And he called him, and said unto him, How is it 
that I hear this of thee? give an account of thy stew- 
ardship; for thou mayest be no longer steward. Then 
the steward said within himself, What shall I do? for 
my lord taketh away from me the stewardship : I cannot 
dig; to beg I am ashamed. I am resolved what to do, 
that, when I am put out of the stewardship, they may 
receive me into their houses. So he called every one of 



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his lord's debtors unto him, and said unto the first, How 
much owest thou unto my lord? And he said, An 
hundred measures of oil. And he said unto him, Take 
thy bill, and sit down quickly, and write fifty. Then 
said he to another, And how much owest thou? And he 
said, An hundred measures of wheat. And he said unto 
him, Take thy bill, and write fourscore. And the lord 
commended the unjust steward, because he had done 
wisely : for the children of this world are in their genera- 
tion wiser than the children of light. And I say unto 
you, Make to yourselves friends of the mammon of 
unrighteousness; that, when ye fail, they may receive 
you into everlasting habitations. 



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INTROIT 

AS for me, I will call upon God, and He shall hear 
XjL my voice : He hath delivered my soul in peace 
from the battle that was against me. 

God shall hear and afflict them, even He that abideth 
of old : Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and He shall 
sustain thee. 

Ps. Give ear to my prayer, O God: and hide not 
Thyself from my supplication. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

OGOD, Who declarest Thine almighty powder chiefly 
in showing mercy and pity : Mercifully grant unto 
us such a measure of Thy grace, that we, running the 
w^ay of Thy commandments, may obtain Thy gracious 
promises, and be made partakers of Thy heavenly 
treasure; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who 
liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever 
One God, world without end. Amen. 



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EPISTLE. 1 Corinthians 12 : 1-11 

NOW concerning spiritual gifts, brethren, I would 
not have you ignorant. Ye know that ye were 
Gentiles, carried away unto these dumb idols, even as 
ye were led. Wherefore I give you to understand, that 
no man speaking by the Spirit of God calleth Jesus 
accursed: and that no man can say that Jesus is the 
Lord, but by the Holy Ghost. Now there are diversi- 
ties of gifts, but the same Spirit. And there are differ- 
ences of administrations, but the same Lord. And there 
are diversities of operations, but it is the same God 
which worketh all in all. But the manifestation of the 
Spirit is given to every man to profit withal. For to 
one is given by the Spirit the word of wisdom; to another 
the word of knowledge by the same Spirit; to another 
faith by the same Spirit; to another the gifts of healing 
by the same Spirit; to another the working of miracles; 
to another prophecy; to another discerning of spirits; 
to another divers kinds of tongues; to another the in- 
terpretation of tongues : but all these worketh that one 
and the selfsame Spirit, dividing to every man severally 
as he will. 

GRADUAL 

KEEP me, O Lord, as the apple of the eye : hide me 
under the shadow of Thy wings. 
V. Let my sentence come forth from Thy presence : 
let Thine eyes behold the things that are equal. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. Deliver me from mine 
enemies, O my God : defend me from them that rise up 
against me. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Luke 19 : 41-48 

AND when he was come near, he beheld the city, 
Jr\. and wept over it, saying, If thou hadst known, 
even thou, at least in this thy day, the things which be- 
long unto thy peace ! but now they are hid from thine 
eyes. For the days shall come upon thee, that thine 



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enemies shall oast a trench about thee, and compass thee 
round, and keep thee in on every side, and shall lay thee 
even with the ground, and thy children within thee; 
and they shall not leave in thee one stone upon another: 
because thou knewest not the time of thy visitation. 
And he went into the temple, and began to cast out 
them that sold therein, and them that bought: saying 
unto them. It is written. My house is the house of 
prayer: but ye have made it a den of thieves. And he 
taught daily in the temple. But the chief priests and 
the scribes and the chief of the people sought to de- 
stroy him. and could not find what they might do: for 
all the people were very attentive to hear him. 



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IXTROIT 

GOD is in His holy habitation : He is God Who set- 
teth the solitary in families. 
The God of Israel is He that giveth strength : and 
power unto His people. 

Ps. Let God arise, let His enemies be scattered : let 
them also that hate Him flee before Him. 
Glory be to the Fatiu 

COLLECT 

ALMIGHTY and Everlasting God. Who art always 
l\ more ready to hear than we to pray, and art wont 
to give more than either we desire or deserve: Pour 
down upon us the abundance of Thy mercy, forgiving 
us those things whereof our conscience is afraid, and 
giving us those good things which we are not worthy to 
ask, but through the merits and mediation of Jesus 
Christ. Thy Son, our Lord. Who liveth and reigneth 
with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God. world 
without end. Amei 



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EPISTLE. 1 Corinthians 15 : 1-10 

MOREOVER, brethren, I declare unto you 
gospel I pre?; 

have received, and e stand; by which also ye 

ed. if ye keep in memory I preached unto 

you, unless ye hav- n. Tor I delivered 

unto yon first of all that which I also received, how that 
Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; and 
that he was buried, and that he rose again t " :rd day 
according to the scriptures: and that he wa> seen of 
Cephas, then of the twelve: after that, he 
above five hundred brethren at once: < ,m the 

greater part remain unto this present, but some are 
fallen asleep. After that, he was seen of James; then 
of all the apostles. And last of all he was seen of me 
also, as of one born out of due time. For I am the least 
of the apostles ; that am not meet to be called an apostle, 
because J persecuted the church of God. But by the 
gpace of God I am what I am: and his grace which was 
owed upon me was not in vain; but I laboured more 
abundantly than they all: yet not I, but the grace of 
God which was with me. 



GRADUAL 

MY heart trusteth in God, and I am helped : there- 
fore my heart greatly rejoieeth; and with my song 
will I praise Him. 

I'. Unto Thee will I cry. Lord my Rock : be not 
silent to me. Hear the voice of my supplications. 

Hallelujah. Halleluiah. V. Praise waiteth for Thee. 
God. in ruon : and unto Thee shall the vow be per- 
formed. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Luke 18 : 9-14 
AND he spake tins parable unto certain which trusted 
ilL in themselves that they were righteous, and des- 
pised other-: Two men went up into the temple to 
pray; the one a Pharisee, and the other a publican. 



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The Pharisee stood and prayed thus with himself, God, 
I thank thee, that I am not as other men are, extortion- 
ers, unjust, adulterers, or even as this publican. I fast 
twice in the week, I give tithes of all that I possess. 
And the publican, standing afar off, would not lift up so 
much as his eyes unto heaven, but smote upon his 
breast, saying, God be merciful to me a sinner. I tell 
you, this man went down to his house justified rather 
than the other: for every one that exalte th himself 
shall be abased; and he that humble th himself shall be 
exalted. 

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INTROIT 

MAKE haste, O God, to deliver me : make haste to 
help me, O Lord. 
Let them be ashamed and confounded : that seek 
after my soul. 

Ps. Let them be turned backward, and put to con- 
fusion : that desire my hurt. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

ALMIGHTY and Merciful God, of Whose only gift 
i\ it cometh that Thy faithful people do unto Thee 
true and laudable service: Grant, we beseech Thee, 
that we may so faithfully serve Thee in this life, that 
we fail not finally to attain Thy heavenly promises; 
through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth 
and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One 
God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. 2 Corinthians 3 : 4-11 

AND such trust have we through Christ to God- 
ii ward: not that we are sufficient of ourselves to 
think any thing as of ourselves; but our sufficiency is of 



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God; who also hath made us able ministers of the new 
testament; not of the letter, but of the spirit: for the 
letter killeth, but the spirit giveth life. But if the min- 
istration of death, written and engraven in stones, was 
glorious, so that the children of Israel could not sted- 
fastly behold the face of Moses for the glory of his coun- 
tenance; which glory was to be done away: how shall 
not the ministration of the spirit be rather glorious? 
For if the ministration of condemnation be glory, much 
more doth the ministration of righteousness exceed in 
glory. For even that which was made glorious had no 
glory in this respect, by reason of the glory that excel- 
leth. For if that which is done away was glorious, 
much more that which remaineth is glorious. 

GRADUAL 

I WILL bless the Lord at all times : His praise shall 
continually be in my mouth. 

V. My soul shall make her boast in the Lord : the 
humble shall hear thereof and be glad. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. Sing aloud unto God 
our Strength : make a joyful noise unto the God of 
Jacob. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Mark 7 : 31-37 

AND again, departing from the coasts of Tyre and 
l\ Sidon, he came unto the sea of Galilee, through the 
midst of the coasts of Decapolis. And they bring unto 
him one that was deaf, and had an impediment in his 
speech; and they beseech him to put his hand upon him. 
And he took him aside from the multitude, and put his 
fingers into his ears, and he spit, and touched his 
tongue; and looking up to heaven, he sighed, and saith 
unto him, Ephphatha, that is, Be opened. And straight- 
way his ears were opened, and the string of his tongue 
was loosed, and he spake plain. And he charged them 
that they should tell no man: but the more he charged 



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them, so much the more a great deal they published it; 
and were beyond measure astonished, saying, He hath 
done all things well: he maketh both the deaf to hear, 
and the dumb to speak. 

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INTROIT 

HAVE respect, O Lord, unto Thy covenant : O let 
not the oppressed return ashamed. 
Arise, O God, plead Thine own cause : And forget not 
the voice of Thine enemies. 

Ps. O God, why hast Thou cast us off forever I why 
doth Thine anger smoke against the sheep of Thy 
pasture? 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

ALMIGHTY and Everlasting God, give unto us the 
jl\. increase of faith, hope, and charity; and that we 
may obtain that which Thou dost promise, make us to 
love that which Thou dost command; through Jesus 
Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth 
with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world 
without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Galatians 3 : 15-22 

BRETHREN, I speak after the manner of men; 
Though it be but a man's covenant, yet if it be 
confirmed, no man disannulleth, or addeth thereto. 
Now to Abraham and his seed were the promises made. 
He saith not, And to seeds, as of many; but as of one, 
And to thy seed, which is Christ. And this I say, that 
the covenant, that was confirmed before of God in 
Christ, the law, which was four hundred and thirty 
years after, cannot disannul, that it should make the 
promise of none effect. For if the inheritance be of the 



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law, it is no more of promise : but God gave it to Abra- 
ham by promise. Wherefore then serveth the law? 
It was added because of transgressions, till the seed 
should come to whom the promise was made; and it was 
ordained by angels in the hand of a mediator. Now a 
mediator is not a mediator of one, but God is one. Is 
the law then against the promises of God? God forbid: 
for if there had been a law given which could have given 
life, verily righteousness should have been by the law. 
But the scripture hath concluded all under sin, that the 
promise by faith of Jesus Christ might be given to them 
that believe. 

GRADUAL 

HAVE respect, O Lord, unto Thy covenant : O let 
not the oppressed return ashamed. 
V. Arise, O God, plead Thine own cause ! And forget 
not the voice of Thine enemies. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. O Lord God of my sal- 
vation : I have cried day and night before Thee. Hal- 
lelujah. 

GOSPEL. Luke 10 : 23-37 

AND he turned him unto his disciples, and said 
II privately, Blessed are the eyes which see the things 
that ye see : for I tell you, that many prophets and kings 
have desired to see those things which ye see, and have 
not seen them; and to hear those things which ye hear, 
and have not heard them. And, behold, a certain law- 
yer stood up, and tempted him, saying, Master, what 
shall I do to inherit eternal life? He said unto him, 
What is written in the law? how readest thou? And he 
answering said, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with 
all thv heart, and with all thv soul, and with all thv 
strength, and with all thy mind; and thy neighbour as 
thyself. And he said unto him, Thou hast answered 
right: this do, and thou shalt live. But he, willing to 
justify himself, said unto Jesus, And who is my neigh- 
bour? And Jesus answering said, A certain man went 



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down from Jerusalem to Jericho, and fell among thieves, 
which stripped him of his raiment, and wounded him, 
and departed, leaving him half dead. And by chance 
there came down a certain priest that way : and when he 
saw him, he passed by on the other side. And likewise 
a Levite, when he was at the place, came and looked 
on him, and passed by on the other side. But a certain 
Samaritan, as he journeyed, came where he was: and 
when he saw him, he had compassion on him, and went 
to him, and bound up his wounds, pouring in oil and 
wine, and set him on his own beast, and brought him to 
an inn, and took care of him. And on the morrow when 
he departed, he took out two pence, and gave them to 
the host, and said unto him, Take care of him; and 
whatsoever thou spendest more, when I come again, I 
will repay thee. Which now of these three, thinkest 
thou, was neighbour unto him that fell among the 
thieves? And he said, He that showed mercy on him. 
Then said Jesus unto him, Go, and do thou likewise. 



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INTROIT 

BEHOLD, O God our Shield : and look upon the 
face of Thine Anointed; 
For a day in Thy courts : is better than a thousand. 
Ps. How amiable are Thy tabernacles, O Lord of 
HostsSMysoul longeth, yea, even fainteth for the courts 
of the Lord. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

KEEP, we beseech Thee, O Lord, Thy Church with 
Thy perpetual mercy; and, because the frailty of 
man without Thee cannot but fall, keep us ever by Thy 
help from all things hurtful, and lead us to all things 
profitable to our salvation; through Jesus Christ, Thy 



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Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and 
the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. 
Amen. 

EPISTLE. Galatians 5 : 16-24 

THIS I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not 
fulfil the lust of the flesh. For the flesh lusteth 
against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh : and 
these are contrary the one to the other : so that ye can- 
not do the things that ye would. But if ye be led of the 
Spirit, ye are not under the law. Now the works of the 
flesh are manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornica- 
tion, uncleanness, lasciviousness, idolatry, witchcraft, 
hatred, variance, emulations, wrath, strife, seditions, 
heresies, envyings, murders, drunkenness, revellings, 
and such like: of the which I tell you before, as I have 
also told you in time past, that they which do such 
things shall not inherit the kingdom of God. But the 
fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, 
gentleness, goodness, .faith, meekness, temperance: 
against such there is no law. And they that are Christ's 
have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts. 

GRADUAL 

IT is better to trust in the Lord I than to put con- 
fidence in man. 

V. It is better to trust in the Lord : than to put con- 
fidence in princes. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. Lord Thou hast been 
our dwelling place : in all generations. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Luke 17 : 11-19 

AND it came to pass, as he went to Jerusalem, that 
iV he passed through the midst of Samaria and Gal- 
ilee. And as he entered into a certain village, there met 
him ten men that were lepers, which stood afar off: and 
they lifted up their voices, and said, Jesus, Master, have 
mercv on us. And when he saw them, he said unto 



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them, Go show yourselves unto the priests. And it 
came to pass, that, as they went, they were cleansed. 
And one of them, when he saw that he was healed, turned 
back, and with a loud voice glorified God, and fell down 
on his face at his feet, giving him thanks : and he was a 
Samaritan. And Jesus answering said, Were there not 
ten cleansed? but where are the nine? There are not 
found that returned to give glory to God, save this 
stranger. And he said unto him, Arise, go thy way : thy 
faith hath made thee whole. 

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INTROIT 

BOW down Thine ear, O Lord, hear me : O Thou, my 
God, save Thy servant that trusteth in Thee. 
Be merciful unto me, O Lord : for I cry unto Thee 
daily. 

Ps. Rejoice the soul of Thy servant : for unto Thee, 
O Lord, do I lift up, my soul. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

OLORD, we beseech , Thee, let Thy continual pity 
cleanse and defend Thy Church; and because it 
cannot continue in safety without Thy succor, preserve 
it evermore by Thy help and goodness; through Jesus 
Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth 
with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world 
without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Galatians 5 : 25—6 : 10 

IF we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit. 
Let us not be desirous of vain glory, provoking one 
another, envying one another. Brethren, if a man be 
overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore 
such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thy- 



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self, lest thou also be tempted. Bear ye one another's 
burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ. For if a man 
think himself to be something, when he is nothing, he 
deceiveth himself. But let every man prove his own 
work, and then shall he have rejoicing in himself alone, 
and not in another. For every man shall bear his own 
burden. Let him that is taught in the word communi- 
cate unto him that teacheth in all good things. Be not 
deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man 
soweth, that shall he also reap. For he that soweth to 
his flesh shall of the flesh reap corruption; but he that 
soweth to the Spirit shall of the Spirit reap life everlast- 
ing. And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due 
season we shall reap, if we faint not. As we have 
therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, es- 
pecially unto them who are of the household of faith. 

GRADUAL 

IT is a good thing to give thanks unto the Lord I and 
to sing praises unto Thy Name, O Most High. 
V. To show forth Thy lovingkindness in the morning : 
and Thy faithfulness every night. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. O God, my heart is 
fixed : I will sing and give praise, ever with my glory. 
Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Matthew 6 : 24-34 

NO man can serve two masters: for either he will 
hate the one, and love the other; or else he will 
hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve 
God and mammon. Therefore I say unto you, Take 
no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye 
shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. 
Is not the life more than meat, and the body than rai- 
ment? Behold the fowls of the air: for they sow not, 
neither do they reap, nor gather into barns; yet your 
heavenly Father feedeth them. Are ye not much 
better than they? Which of you by taking thought can 



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add one cubit unto his stature? And why take ye 
thought for raiment? Consider the lilies of the field, 
how they grow; they toil not, neither do they spin: and 
yet I say unto you, That even Solomon in all his glory 
was not arrayed like one of these. Wherefore, if God 
so clothe the grass of the field, which to day is, and to- 
morrow is cast into the oven, shall he not much more 
clothe you, O ye of little faith? Therefore take no 
thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we 
drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed? (For after 
all these things do the Gentiles seek:) for your heavenly 
Father knoweth that ye have need of all these things. 
But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteous- 
ness; and all these things shall be added unto you. 
Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the 
morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. 
Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof. 



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INTROIT 

BE merciful unto me, O Lord : for I cry unto Thee 
daily. 
For Thou, Lord, art good, and ready to forgive : and 
plenteous in mercy unto all them that call upon Thee. 
Ps. Bow down Thine ear, O Lord, hear me : for I 
am poor and needy. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

LORD, we pray Thee, that Thy grace may always 
J go before and follow after us, and make us con- 
tinually to be given to all good works; through Jesus 
Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth 
with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world 
without end. Amen. 



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EPISTLE. Ephesians 3 : 13-21 

WHEREFORE I desire that ye faint not at my 
tribulations for you. which is your glory. For this 
cause I bow my knees unto the Father of our Lord Jesus 
Christ, of whom the whole family in heaven and earth 
is named, that he would grant you. according to the 
riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his 
Spirit in the inner man: that Christ may dwell in your 
hearts by faith: that ye. being rooted and grounded in 
love, may be able to comprehend with all saints what is 
the breadth, and length, and depth, and height: and to 
know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge, that 
ye might be filled with all the fulness of God. Now un- 
to him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above 
all that we ask or think, according to the power that 
worketh in us. unto him be glory in the church by Christ 
Jesus throughout all ages, world without end. Amen. 

GRADUAL 

THE heathen shall fear the Name of the Lord : 
and all the kings of the earth Thy glory, 
r. When the Lord shall build up Zion : He shall ap- 
pear in His glory. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. I'. O sing unto the Lord a 
new song : for He hath done marvellous things. Halle- 
lujah. 

GOSPEL. Luke 7 : 11-17 

AXD it came to pass the day after, that he went into 
l\. a city called Xain: and many of his disciples went 
with him. and much people. Now when he came nigh 
to the gate of the city, behold, there was a dead man 
carried out. the only son of his mother, and she was a 
widow: and much people of the city was with her. 
And when the Lord saw her, he had compassion on her. 
and said unto her, Weep not. And he came and touched 
the bier: and thev that bare him stood still. And he 



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said, Young man, I say unto thee, Arise. And he that 
was dead sat up, and began to speak. And he delivered 
him to his mother. And there came a fear on all : and 
they glorified God, saying, That a great prophet is risen 
up among us; and, That God hath visited his people. 
And this rumour of him went forth throughout all 
Judaea, and throughout all the region round about. 



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INTROIT 

RIGHTEOUS art Thou, O Lord : and upright are 
Thy judgments. 
Deal with Thy servant ! according to Thy mercy. 
Ps. Blessed are the undefiled in the w r ay : who walk in 
the law of the Lord. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

LORD, w r e beseech Thee, grant Thy people grace, to 
J withstand the temptations of the devil, and with 
pure hearts and minds to follow Thee, the only God; 
through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth 
and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One 
God, world without end. Amen. 



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EPISTLE. Ephesians 4 : 1-6 

\ THEREFORE, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech 
you that ye walk worthy of the vocation w^herewith 
ye are called, with all lowliness and meekness, with 
longsuffering, forbearing one another in love; endeavour- 
ing to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. 
There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called 
in one hope of your calling; one Lord, one faith, one 
baptism, one God and Father of all, who is above all, 
and through all, and in you all. 



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GRADUAL 

BLESSED is the nation whose God is the Lord : 
and the people whom He hath chosen for His own 
inheritance. 

r. By the Word of the Lord were the heavens made : 

and all the host of them by the breath of His month. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. 1 love the Lord : be- 
cause He hath heard my voice and mv supplications. 
Hallelujah. 



GOSPEL. Luke 14 : 1-11 

A\D it came to pass, as he went into the house of 

IJL one of the chief Pharisees to eat bread on the 
sabbath day, that they watched him. And. behold, 
there was a certain man before him which had the 
dropsy. And Jesus answering spake unto the lawyers 
and Pharisees, saying, Is it lawful to heal on the sabbath 
day: And they held their peace. And he took him. 
and healed him, and let him go; and answered them, 
saying, Which of yon shall have an ass or an o\ fallen 
into a pit. and will not straightway pull him out on the 
sabbath day? And they could not answer him again to 
these things. And he put forth a parable to those which 
were bidden, when he marked how they chose out the 
chief rooms; saying unto them. When thou art bidden 
of any man to a wedding, sit not down in the highest 
room; lest a more honourable man than thou be bidden 
of him; and he that bade thee and him come and say 
to thee, (live this man place; and thou begin with 
shame to take the lowest room. Put when thou art 
bidden, go and sit down in the lowest room; that when 
he that bade thee cometh, he may say unto thee. Friend, 
go up higher: then shall thou have worship in the pres- 
ence of them that sit at meat with thee. For whoso- 
ever exalteth himself shall be abased; and he that 
humhleth himself shall be exalted. 



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INTROIT 

REWARD them that wait for Thee, O Lord : and 
let Thy prophets be found faithful. 
Hear the prayer of Thy servants : and of Thy people 
Israel. 

Ps. I was glad when they said unto me : Let us go 
into the house of the Lord. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

OGOD, forasmuch as without Thee we are not able 
to please Thee: Mercifully grant, that Thy Holy 
Spirit may in all things direct and rule our hearts; 
through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth 
and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One 
God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. 1 Corinthians 1 : 4-9 

1 THANK my God always on your behalf, for the 
grace of God which is given you by Jesus Christ; 
that in every thing ye are enriched by him, in all utter- 
ance, and in all knowledge; even as the testimony of 
Christ was confirmed in you : so that ye come behind in 
no gift; waiting for the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ: 
who shall also confirm you unto the end, that ye may 
be blameless in the day of our Lord Jesus Christ. God 
is faithful, by whom ye were called unto the fellowship 
of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord. 

GRADUAL 

1WAS glad when they said unto me : Let us go into 
the house of the Lord. 

V. Peace be within thy walls : and prosperity within 
thy palaces. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. O praise the Lord, all 
ye nations : praise Him, all ye people. Hallelujah. 



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GOSPEL. Matthew 22 : 34-46 

BUT when the Pharisees had heard that he had put 
the Sadducees to silence, they were gathered to- 
gether. Then one of them, which was a lawyer, asked 
him a question, tempting him, and saying, Master, 
which is the great commandment in the law? Jesus 
said unto him, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with 
all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy 
mind. This is the first and great commandment. 
And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy 
neighbour as thyself. On these two commandments 
hang all the law and the prophets. While the Phari- 
sees were gathered together, Jesus asked them, saying, 
What think ye of Christ? whose son is he? Thev sav 
unto him, The son of David. He saith unto them, How 
then doth David in spirit call him Lord, saying, The 
Lord said unto my Lord, Sit thou on my right hand, till 
I make thine enemies thy footstool? If David then call 
him Lord, how is he his son? And no man was able to 
answer him a word, neither durst any man from that 
day forth ask him any more questions 

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IXTROIT 

SAY unto my soul, I am thy salvation : The righteous 
cry, and the Lord heareth. 
He delivereth. them out of all their troubles : He is 
their God forever and ever. 

Ps. Give ear, O My people, to My law : incline 
your ears to the words of My mouth. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

O ALMIGHTY and most Merciful God, of Thy 
bountiful goodness keep us, we beseech Thee, 
from all things that may hurt us; that we, being ready, 



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both in body and soul, may cheerfully accomplish those 
things that Thou wouldest have done; through Jesus 
Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth 
with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world 
without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Ephesians 4 : 22-28 

THAT ye put off concerning the former conversa- 
tion the old man, which is corrupt according to the 
deceitful lusts; and be renewed in the spirit of your 
mind; and that ye put on the new man, which after God 
is created in righteousness and true holiness. Where- 
fore putting away lying, speak every man truth with his 
neighbour: for we are members one of another. Be ye 
angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your 
wrath: neither give place to the devil. Let him that 
stole steal no more : but rather let him labour, working 
with his hands, the thing which is good, that he may 
have to give to him that needeth. 

GRADUAL 

LET my prayer be set forth before Thee as incense : 
J and the lifting up of my hands as the evening sac- 
rifice. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. The right hand of the 
Lord is exalted I the right hand of the Lord doeth 
valiantly. Hallelujah. 

• 
GOSPEL. Matthew 9 : 1-8 

A ND he entered into a ship, and passed over, and 
1~\ came into his own city. And, behold, they 
brought to him a man sick of the palsy, lying on a bed: 
and Jesus seeing their faith said unto the sick of the 
palsy; Son, be of good cheer; thy sins be forgiven thee. 
And, behold, certain of the scribes said within them- 
selves, This man blasphemeth. And Jesus knowing 
their thoughts said, Wherefore think ye evil in your 



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hearts? For whether is easier, to say, Thy sins be for- 
given thee; or to say, Arise, and walk? But that ye may 
know that the Son of man hath power on earth to for- 
give sins, (then saith he to the sick of the palsy,) Arise, 
take up thy bed, and go unto thine house. And he 
arose, and departed to his house. But when the multi- 
tudes saw it, they marvelled, and glorified God, which 
had given such power unto men. 

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IXTROIT 

THE Lord our God is righteous in all His works 
which He doeth : for we obeyed not His voice. 
Give glory to Thy Name, O Lord : and deal with us 
according to the multitude of Thy mercies. 

Ps. Great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised : 
in the city of our God, in the mountain of His holiness. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

GRANT, we beseech Thee, Merciful Lord, to Thy 
faithful people pardon and peace, that they may 
be cleansed from all their sins, and serve Thee with a 
quiet mind; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, 
Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, 
ever One God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Ephesians 5 : 15-21 

SEE then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, 
but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days 
are evil. Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understand- 
ing what the will of the Lord is. And be not drunk 
with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the 
Spirit; speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns 
and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in 
your heart to the Lord; giving thanks always for all 



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things unto God and the Father in the name of our 
Lord Jesus Christ; submitting yourselves one to an- 
other in the fear of God. 

GRADUAL 

THE eyes of all wait upon Thee, O Lord : and Thou 
givest them their meat in due season. 
V. Thou openest Thine hand * and satisfiest the 
desire of every living thing. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. O give thanks unto the 
Lord; call upon His Name : make known His deeds 
among the people. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Matthew 22 : 1-14 

AND Jesus answered and spake unto them again by 
±jl parables, and said, The kingdom of heaven is like 
unto a certain king, which made a marriage for his son, 
and sent forth his servants to call them that were bidden 
to the wedding: and they would not come. Again, he 
sent forth other servants, saying, Tell them which are 
bidden, Behold, I have prepared my dinner: my oxen 
and my fatlings are killed, and all things are ready: 
come unto the marriage. But they made light of it, 
and went their ways, one to his farm, another to his 
merchandise: and the remnant took his servants, and 
entreated them spitefully, and slew them. But when 
the king heard thereof, he was wroth : and he sent forth 
his armies, and destroyed those murderers, and burned 
up their city. Then saith he to his servants, The wed- 
ding is ready, but they which were bidden were not 
worthy. Go ye therefore into the highways, and as 
many as ye shall find, bid to the marriage. So those 
servants went out into the highways, and gathered to- 
gether all as many as they found, both bad and good: 
and the wedding was furnished with guests. And when 
the king came in to see the guests, he saw there a man 
which had not on a wedding garment: and he saith unto 



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him, Friend, how earnest thou in hither not having a 
wedding garment? And he was speechless. Then said 
the king to the servants, Bind him hand and foot, and 
take him away, and cast him into outer darkness; there 
shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth. For many are 
called, but few are chosen. 

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INTROIT 

THE whole world is in Thy power, O Lord, King 
Almighty : there is no man that can gainsay Thee. 
For Thou hast made heaven and earth, and all the 
wondrous things under the heaven : Thou art Lord of all. 
Ps. Blessed are the undefiled in the way : who walk 
in the law of the Lord. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

LORD, we beseech Thee to keep Thy household, 
J the Church, in continual godliness; that through 
Thy protection it may be free from all adversities, and 
devoutly given to serve Thee in good works, to the 
glory of Thy Name; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our 
Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy 
Ghost, ever One God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Ephesians 6 : 10-17 

FINALLY, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and 
in the power of his might. Put on the whole ar- 
mour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the 
wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and 
blood, but against principalities, against powers, against 
the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual 
wickedness in high places. Wherefore take unto you 
the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to with- 
stand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. 



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Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with 
truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness; 
and your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel 
of peace; above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith 
ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the 
wicked. And take the helmet of salvation, and the 
sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. 

GRADUAL 

LORD, Thou hast been our dwelling place : in all 
J generations. 

V. Before the mountains were brought forth or ever 
Thou hadst formed the earth and the world : even from 
everlasting to everlasting, Thou art God. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. They that trust in the 
Lord shall be as Mount Zion : which cannot be re- 
moved, but abideth forever. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. John 4 : 46-54 
AND there was a certain nobleman, whose son was 
iV sick at Capernaum. When he heard that Jesus 
was come out of Judaea jnto Galilee, he went unto him, 
and besought him that he would come down, and heal 
his son: for he was at the point of death. Then said 
Jesus unto him, Except ye see signs and wonders, ye 
will not believe. The nobleman saith unto him, Sir, 
come down ere my child die. Jesus saith unto him, Go 
thy way; thy son liveth. And the man believed the 
word that Jesus had spoken unto him, and he went his 
way. And as he was now going down, his servants met 
him, and told him, saying, Thy son liveth. Then en- 
quired he of them the hour when he began to amend. 
And they said unto him, Yesterday at the seventh hour 
the fever left him. So the father knew that it was at the 
same hour, in the which Jesus said unto him, Thy son 
liveth: and himself believed, and his whole house. 
This is again the second miracle that Jesus did, when 
he was come out of Judaea into Galilee. 



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IXTROIT 

IF Thou, Lord, shouldest mark iniquities : O Lord, 
who shall stand? 

But there is forgiveness with Thee : that Thou 
mayest be feared, O God of Israel. 

Ps. Out of the depths have I cried unto Thee, O 
Lord : Lord, hear my voice. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

OGOD, our Refuge and Strength, Who art the 
Author of all godliness: Be ready, we beseech 
Thee, to hear the devout prayers of Thy Church; and 
grant that those things which we ask faithfully, we may 
obtain effectually; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our 
Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy 
Ghost, ever One God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Philippians 1 : 3-11 

I THANK my God upon every remembrance of you, 
always in every prayer of mine for you all making 
request with joy, for your fellowship in the gospel from 
the first day until now; being confident of this very 
thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you 
will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ : even as it 
is meet for me to think this of you all, because I have 
vou in mv heart; inasmuch as both in mv bonds, and 
in the defence and confirmation of the gospel, ye all are 
partakers of my grace. For God is my record, how 
greatly I long after you all in the bowels of Jesus Christ. 
And this I pray, that your love may abound yet more 
and more in knowledge and in all judgment; that ye may 
approve things that are excellent; that ye may be sin- 
cere and without offence till the day of Christ; being 
filled with the fruits of righteousness, which are by 
Jesus Christ, unto the glory and praise of God. 



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GRADUAL 

BEHOLD how good and how pleasant it is : for 
brethren to dwell together in unity! 
V. The Lord commanded blessing : even life for 
evermore. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. Praise the Lord, O my 
soul. While I live will I praise the Lord : I will sing 
praises unto my God. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Matthew 18 : 23-35 

THEREFORE is the kingdom of heaven likened 
unto a certain king, which would take account of 
his servants. And when he had begun to reckon, one 
was brought unto him,, which owed him ten thousand 
talents. But forasmuch as he had not to pay, his lord 
commanded him to be sold, and his wife, and children, 
and all that he had, and payment to be made. The 
servant therefore fell down, and worshipped him, saying, 
Lord, have patience with me, and I will pay thee all. 
Then the lord of that servant was moved with com- 
passion, and loosed him, and forgave him the debt. 
But the same servant went out, and found one of his 
fellowservants, which owed him an hundred pence : and 
he laid hands on him, and took him by the throat, say- 
ing, Pay me that thou owest* And his fellowservant 
fell down at his feet, and besought him, saying, Have 
patience with me, and I will pay thee all. And he 
would not: but went and cast him into prison, till he 
should pay the debt. So when his fellowservants saw 
what was done, they were very sorry, and came and told 
unto their lord all that was done. Then his lord, after 
that he had called him, said unto him, O thou wicked 
servant, I forgave thee all that debt, because thou de- 
siredst me : shouldest not thou also have had compassion 
on thy fellowservant, even as I had pity on thee? And 
his lord was wroth, and delivered him to the tor- 
mentors, till he should pay all that was due unto him. 



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So likewise shall my heavenly Father do also unto you, 
if ye from your hearts forgive not every one his brother 
their trespasses. 

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INTROIT 

I KNOW the thoughts that I think toward you, saith 
the Lord : thoughts of peace, and not of evil. 
Then shall ye call upon Me, and pray unto Me, and 
I will hearken unto you : and I will turn your captivity, 
and gather you from all nations and from all places. 

Ps. Lord, Thou hast been favorable unto Thy land I 
Thou hast brought back the captivity of Jacob. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 
ABSOLVE, we beseech Thee, O Lord, Thy people 
l\. from their offences; that* from the bonds of our 
sins which, by reason of our frailty, we have brought 
upon us, we may be delivered by Thy bountiful good- 
ness; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who 
liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever 
One God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Philippians 3 : 17-21 

BRETHREN, be followers together of me, and mark 
them which walk so as ye have us for an ensample. 
(For many walk, of whom I have told you often, and 
now tell you even weeping, that they are the enemies of 
the cross of Christ: whose end is destruction, whose 
God is their belly, and whose glory is in their shame, 
who mind earthly things.) For our conversation is in 
heaven; from whence also we look for the Saviour, the 
Lord Jesus Christ : who shall change our vile body, that 
it may be fashioned like unto his glorious body, accord- 
ing to the working whereby he is able even to subdue 
all things unto himself. 



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GRADUAL 

THOU hast saved us from our enemies : and hast 
put them to shame that hated us. 
V. In God we boast all the day long : and praise Thy 
Name forever. 

Halleluiah. > Hallelujah. V. Ye that fear the Lord, 
trust in the Lord I He is their Help and their Shield. 
Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Matthew 22 : 15-22 

THEN went the Pharisees, and took counsel how they 
might entangle him in his talk. And they sent 
out unto him their disciples with the Herodians, saying, 
Master, we know that thou art true, and teachest the 
way of God in truth, neither carest thou for any man: 
for thou regardest not the person of men. Tell us 
therefore, What thinkest thou? Is it lawful to give 
tribute unto Caesar, or not? But Jesus perceived their 
wickedness, and said, Why tempt ye me, ye hypocrites? 
Show me the tribute money. And they brought unto 
him a penny. And he saith unto them, Whose is this 
image and superscription? They say unto him, Caesar's. 
Then saith he unto them, Render therefore unto Caesar 
the things which are Caesar's; and unto God the things 
that are God's. When they had heard these words, they 
marvelled, and left him, and went their way. 

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INTROIT 

OCOME, let us worship and bow down : let us kneel 
before the Lord our Maker. 
For He is our God : and we are the people of His 
pasture, and the sh^ep of His hand. 

Ps. O come, let us sing unto the Lord : let us make 
a joyful noise to the Rock of our salvation. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 



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COLLECT 

STIR up, we beseech Thee, O Lord, the wills of Thy 
faithful people; that they, plenteously bringing 
forth the fruit of good works, may of Thee be plen- 
teously rewarded; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our 
Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy 
Ghost, ever One God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Colossians 1 : 9-14 

FOR this cause we also, since the day we heard it, do 
not cease to pray for you, and to desire that ye 
might be filled with the knowledge of his will in all 
wisdom and spiritual understanding; that ye might 
walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful 
in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of 
God; strengthened with all might, according to his 
glorious power, unto all patience and longsuffering with 
joyfulness; giving thanks unto the Father, which hath 
made us meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the 
saints in light: who hath delivered us from the power of 
darkness, and hath translated us into the kingdom of his 
dear Son: in whom we have redemption through his 
blood, even the forgiveness of sins. 

GRADUAL 

BLESSED is the man : that walketh not in the -coun- 
sel of the ungodly. 
V. His delight is in the law of the Lord : and in His 
law doth he meditate day and night. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. He shall call upon Me 
and I will answer him : with long life will I satisfy him 
and show him My salvation. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Matthew 9 : 18-26 

WHILE he spake these things unto them, behold, 
there came a certain ruler, and worshipped him, 
saying, My daughter is even now dead: but come and 



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lay thy hand upon her, and she shall live. iVnd Jesus 
arose, and followed him, and so did his disciples. And, 
behold, a woman, which was diseased with an issue of 
blood twelve years, came behind him, and touched the 
hem of his garment: for she said within herself, If I 
may but touch his garment, I shall be whole. But 
Jesus turned him about, and when he 'saw her, he said,, 
Daughter, be of good comfort; thy faith hath made 
thee whole. And the woman was made whole from 
that hour. And when Jesus came into the ruber's 
house, and saw the minstrels, and the people making a 
noise, he said unto them, Give place: for the maid is not 
dead, but sleepeth. And they laughed him to scorn. 
But when the people were put forth, he went in, and 
took her by the hand, and the maid arose. And the 
fame hereof went abroad into all that land. 



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INTROIT 

HAVE mercy upon me, O Lord, for I am in trouble : 
deliver me from the hand of mine enemies, and 
from them that persecute me. 

Let me not be ashamed, O Lord 5 for I have called 
upon Thee. 

Ps. In Thee, O Lord, do I put my trust : let me never 
be ashamed. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

ALMIGHTY God, we beseech Thee, show Thy 
il mercy unto Thy humble servants, that we who 
put no trust in our own merits may not be dealt with 
after the severity of Thy judgment, but according to 
Thy mercy; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, 



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Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, 
ever One God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. 1 Thessalonians 4 : 13-18 

BUT I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, 
concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow 
not, even as others which have no hope. For if we 
believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them 
also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him. 
For this we say unto you by the word of the Lord, that 
we which are alive and remain unto the coming of the 
Lord shall not prevent them which are asleep. For the 
Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, 
with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of 
God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: then we 
which are alive and remain shall be caught up to- 
gether with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the 
air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord. Wherefore 
comfort one another with these words. 

GRADUAL 

I WILL say of the Lord, He is my Refuge and my 
Fortress : my God, in Him will I trust. 
V. His truth : shall be thy shield and buckler. 
Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. He that dwelleth in 
the secret place of the Most High : shall abide under 
the shadow of the Almighty. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Matthew U : 15-28 

WHEN ye therefore shall see the abomination of 
desolation, spoken of by Daniel the prophet, 
stand in the holy place, (whoso readeth, let him under- 
stand:) then let them which be in Judsea flee into the 
mountains: let him which is on the housetop not come 
down to take any thing out of his house: neither let 
him which is in the field return back to take his clothes. 



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And woe unto them that are with child, arid to them 
that give suck in those days ! But pray ye that your 
flight be not in the winter, neither on the sabbath day: 
for then shall be great tribulation, such as was not since 
the beginning of the world to this time, no, nor ever shall 
be. And except those days should be shortened, there 
should no flesh be saved : but for the elect's sake those 
days shall be shortened. Then if any man shall say 
unto you, Lo, here is Christ, or there; believe it not. 
For there shall arise false Christs, and false prophets, 
and shall show great signs and wonders; insomuch that, 
if it were possible, they shall deceive the very elect. 
Behold, I have told you before. Wherefore if they shall 
say unto you. Behold, he is in the desert; go not forth: 
behold, he is in the secret chambers; believe it not. 
For as the lightning cometh out of the east, and shineth 
even unto the west; so shall also the coming of the Son 
of man be. For wheresoever the carcase is, there will 
the eagles be gathered together. 



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INTROIT 

SAVE me, O God, by Thy Name : and judge me by 
Thy strength. 
Hear my prayer, O God : give ear to the words of my 
mouth. 

Ps. He shall reward evil to mine enemies I cut them 
off in Thy truth. 

Glory he to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

OGOD, so rule and govern our hearts and minds by 
Thy Holy Spirit, that being ever mindful of the 
end of all things, and the day of Thy just judgment, we 
may be stirred up to holiness of living here, and dwell 



TRINITY 167 



with Thee forever hereafter; through Jesus Christ, 
Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee 
and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. 
Amen. 

EPISTLE. 2 Peter 3 : 3-14 

KNOWING this first, that there shall come in the 
last days scoffers, walking after their own lusts, and 
saying, Where is the promise of his coming? for since 
the fathers fell asleep, all things continue as they were 
from the beginning of the creation. For this they will- 
ingly are ignorant of, that by the w^ord of God the heav- 
ens were of old, and the earth standing out of the water 
and in the water: whereby the world that then was, 
being overflowed w4th water, perished : but the heavens 
and the earth, which are now, by the same word are 
kept in store, reserved unto fire against the day of judg- 
ment and perdition of ungodly men. But, beloved, be 
not ignorant of this one thing, that one day is with the 
Lord as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one 
day. The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as 
some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us- 
ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all 
should come to repentance. But the day of the Lord 
will come as a thief in the night; in the which the 
heavens shall pass away w T ith a great noise, and the 
elements shall melt with fervent heat, the earth also 
and the works that are therein shall be burned up. See- 
ing then that all these things shall be dissolved, what 
manner of persons ought ye to be in all holy conversa- 
tion and godliness, looking for and hasting unto the 
coining of the day of God, wherein the heavens being on 
fire shall be dissolved, and the elements shall melt with 
fervent heat? Nevertheless we, according to his prom- 
ise, look for new heavens and a new earth, wherein 
dwelleth righteousness. Wherefore, beloved, seeing 
that ye look for such things, be diligent that ye may 
be found of him in peace, without spot, and blameless. 



168 TRINITY 



Or, 

2 Thessalonians 1 : 3-10 

WE are bound to thank God always for you, 
brethren, as it is meet, because that your faith 
groweth exceedingly, and the charity of every one 
of you all toward each other aboundeth; so that we our- 
selves glory in you in the churches of God for your 
patience and faith in all your persecutions and tribula- 
tions that ye endure: which is a manifest token of the 
righteous judgment of God, that ye may be counted 
worthy of the kingdom of God, for which ye also suffer: 
seeing it is a righteous thing with God to recompense 
tribulation to them that trouble you; and to you who are 
troubled rest with us, when the Lord Jesus shall be re- 
vealed from heaven with his mighty angels, in flaming 
fire taking vengeance on them that know not God, and 
that obey not the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ: who 
shall be punished with everlasting destruction from the 
presence of the Lord, and from the glory of his power; 
when he shall come to be glorified in his saints, and to be 
admired in all them that believe (because our testimony 
among you was believed) in that day. 

GRADUAL 

WHO shall ascend into the hill of the Lord : or 
who shall stand in His holy place? 
V. He that hath clean hands and a pure heart : He 
shall receive the blessing from the Lord. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. Fear not, for I have 
redeemed thee : I have called thee by thy name; thou art 
Mine. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Matthew 25 : 31-46 

WHEN the Son of man shall come in his glory, and 
all the holy angels with him, then shall he sit 
upon the throne of his glory: and before him shall be 



TRINITY 169 



gathered all nations: and he shall separate them one 
from another, as a shepherd divideth his sheep from the 
goats : and he shall set the sheep on his right hand, but 
the goats on the left. Then shall the King say unto them 
on his right hand, Come, ye blessed of my Father, in- 
herit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation 
of the world: for I was an hungered, and ye gave me 
meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink: I was a 
stranger, and ye took me in : naked, and ye clothed me : 
I was sick, and ye visited me: I was in prison, and ye 
came unto me. Then shall the righteous answer him, 
saying, Lord, when saw we thee an hungered, and fed 
thee? or thirsty, and gave thee drink? when saw we thee 
a stranger, and took thee in? or naked, and clothed 
thee? or when saw we thee sick, or in prison, and came 
unto thee? And the King shall answer and say unto 
them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done 
it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have 
done it unto me. Then shall he say also unto them on 
the left hand, Depart from me, ye cursed, into everlast- 
ing fire, prepared for the devil and his angels: for I was 
an hungered, and ye gave me no meat: I was thirsty, 
and ye gave me no drink : I was a stranger, and ye took 
me not in: naked, and ye clothed me not: sick, and in 
prfson, and ye visited me not. Then shall they also an- 
swer him, saying, Lord, when saw we thee an hungered, 
or athirst, or a stranger, or naked, or sick, or in prison, 
and did not minister unto thee? Then shall he answer 
them, saying, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye did 
it not to one of the least of these, ye did it not to me. 
And these shall go away into everlasting punishment: 
but the righteous into life eternal. 



170 TRINITY 



®fje Ctoentp=gebentf) &xmbap after f&tinitp 

If r/t^ Introit, Collect, Epistle, Gradual and Gospel here following 
shall be used the last Sunday after trinity of each year. 

INTROIT 

I AM Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end- 
ing ! which is, and which was, and which is to come, 
the Almighty. 

Behold, the tabernacle of God is with men, and He 
will dwell with them : and they shall be His people, and 
God Himself shall be with them, and be their God. 

Ps. Lift up your heads, O ye gates; and be ye lift 
up, ye everlasting doors : and the King of Glory shall 
come in. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

ABSOLVE, we beseech Thee, O Lord, Thy people 
1~\ from their offences; that from the bonds of our 
sins which, by reason of our frailty, we have brought 
upon us, we may be delivered by Thy bountiful good- 
ness; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who 
liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever 
One God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 

BUT of the times and the seasons, brethren, ye have 
no need that I write unto you. For yourselves 
know perfectly that the day of the Lord so cometh as a 
thief in the night. For when they shall say, Peace and 
safety; then sudden destruction cometh upon them, as 
travail upon a woman with child; and they shall not 
escape. But ye, brethren, are not in darkness, that 
that day should overtake you as a thief. Ye are all the 
children of light, and the children of the day: we are not 
of the night, nor of darkness. Therefore let us not 
sleep, as do others; but let us watch and be sober. For 



TRINITY 171 



they that sleep sleep in the night; and they that be 
drunken are drunken in the night. But let us, who are 
of the day, be sober, putting on the breastplate of faith 
and love; and for an helmet, the hope of salvation. For 
God hath not appointed us to wrath, but to obtain sal- 
vation by our Lord Jesus Christ, who died for us, that, 
whether we wake or sleep, we should live together with 
him. Wherefore comfort yourselves together, and edify 
one another, even as also ye do. 

GRADUAL 

I AM the Light of the world : he that followeth Me 
shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of 
life. 

V. The Spirit and the bride say, Come, and let him 
that heareth say, Comeland let him that is athirst come. 
Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. Even so, come I Lord 
Jesus. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Matthew 25 : 1-13 

THEN shall the kingdom of heaven be likened unto 
ten virgins, which took their lamps, and went forth 
to meet the bridegroom. iVnd five of them were wise, 
and five were foolish. They that were foolish took their 
lamps, and took no oil with them: but the wise took oil 
in their vessels with their lamps. While the bridegroom 
tarried, they all slumbered and slept. And at midnight 
there was a cry made, Behold, the bridegroom cometh; 
go ye out to meet him. Then all those virgins arose, 
and trimmed their lamps. And the foolish said unto 
the wise, Give us of your oil; for our lamps are gone out. 
But the wise answered, saying, Not so; lest there be not 
enough for us and you: but go ye rather to them that 
sell, and buy for yourselves. And while they went to 
buy, the bridegroom came; and they that were ready 
went in with him to the marriage: and the door was 
shut. Afterward came also the other virgins, saying, 



172 APOSTLES' DAYS 



Lord, Lord, open to us. But he answered and said, 
Verily I say unto you, I know you not. Watch there- 
fore, for ye know T neither the day nor the hour wherein 
the Son of man cometh. 



INTROIT 

I KNOW Whom I have believed : and am persuaded 
that He is able to keep that which I have committed 
unto Him against that day. 

There is laid up for me a crown of righteousness I 
which the Lord, the righteous Judge, shall give me. 

Ps. O Lord, Thou hast searched me and known me : 
Thou knowest my downsitting and mine uprising. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECTS 

O ALMIGHTY God, Whom to know is everlasting 
life: Grant us perfectly to know Thy Son Jesus 
Christ to be the Way, the Truth, and the Life; that fol- 
lowing His steps we may steadfastly walk in the way 
that leadeth to eternal life; through the same Jesus 
Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with 
Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without 
end. Amen. 

O ALMIGHTY God, Who by Thy Son Jesus Christ, 
didst give to Thy holy Apostles many excellent 
gifts, and commandedst them earnestly to feed Thy 
flock : Make, we beseech Thee, all Pastors diligently to 
preach Thy holy Word, and the people obediently to 
follow the same, that they may receive the crow r n of 
everlasting glory; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our 
Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy 
Ghost, ever One God, world without end. Amen. 



APOSTLES' DAYS 173 



O ALMIGHTY God, Who by Thy blessed Son 
didst call Matthew from the receipt of custom to 
be an Apostle and Evangelist : Grant us grace to forsake 
all covetous desires, and inordinate love of riches, and to 
follow the same Thy Son Jesus Christ, Who liveth and 
reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, 
world without end. Amen. 

O ALMIGHTY God, Who hast built Thy Church 
upon the foundation of the Apostles and Prophets, 
Jesus Christ Himself being the Head Corner-Stone: 
Grant us so to be joined together in unity of spirit by 
their doctrine, that we may be made a holy temple 
acceptable unto Thee; through the same Jesus Christ, 
Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee 
and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. 
Amen. 

MERCIFUL Lord, we beseech Thee to cast the 
bright beams of Thy light upon Thy Church, that 
it, being instructed by the doctrine of the blessed 
Apostles, may so walk in the light of Thy truth, that it 
may at length attain to the light of* everlasting life; 
through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth 
and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One 
God, world without end. Amen. 

GRADUAL 

THEIR sound went forth through all the earth : 
and their words to the end of the world. 
V. The heavens declare the glory of God : and the 
firmament show^eth His handiwork. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. I have chosen you out 
of the world : that ye should go and bring forth fruit, 
and that your fruit should remain. Hallelujah. 



174 EVANGELISTS' DAYS 

Cbangeltet*' ©aps 

INTROIT 
O ye into all the world : and preach the Gospel to 



G 



every creature. 

Their sound went forth through all the earth : and 
their words to the end of the world. 

Ps. Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet I and a light 
unto my path. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

O ALMIGHTY God, Who hast instructed Thy holy 
Church with the heavenly doctrine of Thy Evan- 
gelists : Give us grace, that being not like children car- 
ried away with every blast of vain doctrine, we may be 
established in the Truth of Thy Holy Gospel; through 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reign- 
eth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world 
without end. Amen. 

GKADUAL 

THEIR sound went forth through all the earth : 
and their w T ords to the end of the world. 
V. The heavens declare the glory of God : and the 
firmament showeth His handiwork. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. I have chosen you out 
of the world I that ye should go and bring forth fruit, 
and that your fruit should remain. Hallelujah. 



December 21 
If For Introit, Collect and Gradual see apostles' days, p. 172. 
EPISTLE. Ephesians 1 : 3-6. GOSPEL. John 20 : 24-31 



ST. STEPHEN 175 



§>t. g>iept)en, iflartpr 

December 26 
INTROIT 

PRINCES also did sit and speak against me I The 
wicked have waited for me to destroy me. 
Help me, Lord God : for I have kept Thy testi- 
monies. 

Ps. Blessed are the undefiled in the way : who walk 
in the law T of the Lord. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

GRANT, O Lord, that, in all our sufferings here 
upon earth for the testimony of Thy truth, we 
may steadfastly look up to heaven, and by faith behold 
the glory that shall be revealed; and, being filled with 
the Holy Ghost, may learn to love and bless our perse- 
cutors by the example of Thy first Martyr, Saint 
Stephen, who prayed for his murderers to Thee, O 
Blessed Jesus, Who standest at the right hand of God 
to succor all those that suffer for Thee, our only Media- 
tor and Advocate, Who livest and reignest with the 
Father and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world with- 
out end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Acts 6 : 8—7 : 60 

GRADUAL 

BLESSED are they who are persecuted for righteous- 
ness' sake : for their's is the Kingdom of Heaven. 
V. Be thou faithful unto death I and I will give thee 
a crown of life. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. I see the heavens 
opened : and Jesus standing at the Right Hand of 
God. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Matthew 23 : 34-39 



176 THE PRESENTATION OF OUR LORD 

&£ 3fofm, jostle, etmnseltet 

December 27 
If For Introit and Gradual see apostles' days, p. 172. 

COLLECT 

MERCIFUL Lord, we beseech Thee to cast the 
bright beams of Thy light upon Thy Church, that 
it, being instructed by the doctrine of the blessed 
Apostles, may so walk in the light of Thy truth, that it 
may at length attain to the light of everlasting life; 
through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth 
and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One 
God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. 1 John 1 : 1-10. GOSPEL. John 21 : 19-24 



W$t Conversion of g>t $aui 

January 25 
Tf For Introit, Collect and Gradual see apostles' days, p. 172. 
EPISTLE. Acts 9 : 1-22. GOSPEL. Matthew 19 : 27-30 



W$t presentation of our Horb 

February 2 
INTROIT 

WE have thought of Thy loving-kindness, O God : 
in the midst of Thy Temple. 
According to Thy Name, O God, so is Thy praise 
unto the ends of the earth : Thy right hand is full of 
righteousness. 

Ps. Great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised : in 
the city of our God, in the mountain of His holiness. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 



THE ANNUNCIATION 177 

COLLECT 

ALMIGHTY and -Everliving God, we humbly be- 
l\ seech Thy Majesty, that as Thine Only-begotten 
Son was this day presented in the Temple in substance 
of our flesh, so we may be presented unto Thee with 
pure and clean hearts; through the same Jesus Christ, 
Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee 
and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. 
Amen. 

EPISTLE. Malachi 3 : 1-4. GOSPEL. Luke 2 : 22-32 



At JHattfnas, gpositle 

February 24 
If For Introit, Collect and Gradual see apostles' days, p. 172. 
EPISTLE. Acts 1 : 15-26. GOSPEL. Matthew 11 : 25-30 

W&t 3tmunciation 

March 25 
INTROIT 

ALL the rich among the people shall entreat Thy 
l favor : she shall be brought unto the King in rai- 
ment of needle-work. 

Her companions shall be brought unto Thee : with 
gladness and rejoicing. 

Ps. My heart is inditing a good matter : I speak of 
the things which I have made touching the King. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

WE beseech Thee, O Lord, pour Thy grace into 
our hearts; that as we have known the Incarna- 
tion of Thy Son Jesus Christ by the message of an angel, 
so by His Cross and Passion we may be brought unto 
the glory of His Resurrection; through the same Jesus 



178 ST. PHILIP AND ST. JAMES 

Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with 
Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without 
end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Isaiah 7 : 10-16. GOSPEL. Luke 1 : 26-38 



§>L Jfflarfe, Cbangeltet 

April 25 

IT For Introit and Gradual see evangelists' days, p. 174. 

COLLECT 

O ALMIGHTY God, Who hast instructed Thy holy 
Church with the heavenly doctrine of Thy Evan- 
gelists : Give us grace, that being not like children car- 
ried away with every blast of vain doctrine, we may be 
established in the Truth of Thy Holy Gospel; through 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reign- 
eth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world 
without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Ephesians 4 : 7-13. GOSPEL. John 15 : 1-11 

May 1 

1f For Introit and Gradual see apostles' days, p. 172. 

COLLECT 

O ALMIGHTY God, Whom to know is everlasting 
life: Grant us perfectly to know Thy Son Jesus 
Christ to be the Way, the Truth, and the Life; that fol- 
lowing His steps we may steadfastly walk in the way 
that leadeth to eternal life; through the same Jesus 
Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with 
Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without 
end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Ephesians 2 : 19-22. GOSPEL. John 14 : 1-14 



THE NATIVITY OF ST. JOHN 179 

(Wje J|attottj> of &t. 3Wm, tije baptist 

June 24 
INTROIT 

THE voice of him that crieth in the wilderness : 
Prepare ye the way of the Lord, make straight 
in the desert a highway for our God. 

And the glory of the Lord : shall be revealed. 
Ps. It is a good thing to give thanks unto the Lord : 
and to sing praises unto Thy Name, O Most High. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

OLORD God, Heavenly Father, Who, through 
Thy servant John the Baptist, didst bear witness 
that Jesus Christ is the Lamb of God Which taketh 
away the sin of the world, and that all who believe in 
Him shall inherit eternal life : We humbly pray Thee to 
enlighten us by Thy Holy Spirit that we may at all 
times find comfort and joy in this witness, continue 
steadfast in the true faith, and at last with all believers 
attain unto eternal life; through the same Jesus Christ, 
Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee 
and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. 
Amen. 

EPISTLE. Isaiah 40 : 1-5 

GRADUAL 

AND thou, child, shalt be called the prophet of the 
l Highest : for thou shalt go before the face of the 
Lord to prepare His ways. 

V. John bare witness of Him, and cried saying, This 
was He of Whom I spake, He that cometh after me is 
preferred before me I for He was before me. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. Behold the Lamb of 
God : Which taketh away the sin of the world. 
Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Luke 1 : 57-80 



180 THE VISITATION 



g>t ^eter anb £>L $aul, gposftle* 

June 29 
% For Introit and Gradual see apostles' days, p. 172. 

COLLECT 

O ALMIGHTY God, Who by Thy Son Jesus Christ, 
didst give to Thy holy Apostles many excellent 
gifts, and commandedst them earnestly to feed Thy 
flock : Make, we beseech Thee, all Pastors diligently to 
preach Thy holy Word, and the people obediently to 
follow the same, that they may receive the crown of 
everlasting glory; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our 
Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy 
Ghost, ever One God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Acts 12 : 1-11. GOSPEL. Matthew 16 : 13-20 



®&e Utettation 

July 2 
Tf For Introit see the annunciation, p. 177. 

COLLECT 

A LMIGHTY God, Who hast dealt wonderfully with 
Ijl Thy handmaiden the Virgin Mary, and hast 
chosen her to be the mother of Thy Son, and hast 
graciously made known that Thou regardest the poor 
and the lowly and the despised: Grant us grace in 
all humility and meekness to receive Thy Word with 
hearty faith, and so to be made one with Thy dear 
Son, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy 
Ghost, ever One God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Isaiah 11 : 1-5. GOSPEL. Luke 1 : 39-5G 



ST. MICHAEL AND ALL AXGELS 181 

£>L fames; tfje eiber, &po*tle 

July 25 

r jpor Introit, Collect and Gradual see apostles' days, p. 172. 

EPISTLE. Romans 8 : 28-39. GOSPEL. Matthew 20 : 20-33 

§>t. Partfjolometo, Sposttle 

August 24 

If For Introit, Collect and Gradual see apostles' days, p. 172. 

EPISTLE. 2 Corinthians 4 : 7-10. GOSPEL. Luke 22 : 24-30. 

§>t JWattfjeto, &po*tle, Cbangeltet 

September 21 
If For Introit and Gradual see apostles' days, p. 172. 

COLLECT 

O ALMIGHTY God, Who by Thy blessed Son 
didst call Matthew from the receipt of custom to 
be an Apostle and Evangelist : Grant us grace to forsake 
all covetous desires, and inordinate love of riches, and to 
follow the same Thv Son Jesus Christ, Who liveth and 
reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, 
world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Ephesians 4 : 7-14. GOSPEL. Matthew 9 : 9-13 

£>L jlttrimel anb m Angela; 

September 29 
INTROIT 

BLESS the Lord, ye His angels, that excel in 
strength : that do His commandments, hearkening 
unto the voice of His word. 



182 ST. LUKE 



Bless ye the Lord, all ye His hosts I ye ministers of 
His that do His pleasure. 

Ps. Bless the Lord, O my soul I and all that is within 
me bless His holy Name. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

O EVERLASTING God, Who hast ordained and 
constituted the services of angels and men in a 
wonderful order: Mercifully grant, that as Thy holy 
angels always do Thee service in Heaven, so by Thy 
appointment they may succor and defend us on earth; 
through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth 
and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One 
God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Revelation 12 : 7-12 

GRADUAL 

BLESS the Lord, ye His angels, that excel in 
strength : that do His commandments, hearkening 
unto the voice of His word. 

V. God hath given His angels charge over thee : 
to keep thee in all thy ways. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. Bless the Lord, O my 
soul : and all that is within me, bless His holy Name. 
Hallelujah. 

V. And one cried unto another, and said: Holy, 
Holy, Holy, is the Lord of Hosts : the whole earth is 
full of His glory. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Matthew 18 : 1-11 

g>t Hufee, ebangeliat 

October 18 

If For Introit, Collect and Gradual see evangelists' days, p. 174. 

EPISTLE. 2 Timothy 4 : 5-11. GOSPEL. Luke 10 : 1-9 



THE REFORMATION 183 

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October 28 
If For Introit and Gradual see apostles' days, p. 172. 

COLLECT 

O ALMIGHTY God, Who hast built Thy Church 
upon the foundation of the Apostles and Prophets. 
Jesus Christ Himself being the Head Corner-Stone: 
Grant us so to be joined together in unity of spirit by 
their doctrine, that we may be made a holy temple 
acceptable unto Thee; through the same Jesus Christ, 
Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee 
and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. 
Amen. 

EPISTLE. 1 Peter 1 : 3-9. GOSPEL. John 15 : 17-21 



Gtfje Jf egttbal of tfje Reformation 

October 31 

If The Sunday preceding this Festival may be observed as reformation 
suxday, except when October 31st fall on Saturday, in which event 
the following day may be observed as reformation Sunday. 

INTROIT 

THE Lord of Hosts is with us : the God of Jacob 
is our Refuge. 
Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be re- 
moved I and though the mountains be carried into the 
midst of the sea. 

Ps. God is our Refuge and Strength : a very present 
help in trouble. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 



184 THE REFORMATION 

COLLECT 

OLORD God, Heavenly Father, pour out, we be- 
seech Thee, Thy Holy Spirit upon Thy faithful 
people, keep them steadfast in Thy grace and truth, 
protect and comfort them in all temptation, defend 
them against all enemies of Thy Word, and bestow upon 
Christ's Church militant Thy saving peace; through 
the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth 
and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One 
God, world without end. Amen. 



Or, 

ALMIGHTY God, Who, through the preaching of 
jT\. Thy servants, the blessed Reformers, hast caused 
the light of the Gospel to shine forth: Grant, we beseech 
Thee, that, knowing its saving power, we may faith- 
fully guard and defend it against all enemies, and joy- 
fully proclaim it, to the salvation of souls and the glory 
of Thy holy Name; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our 
Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the 
Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Galatians 2 : 16-21 

GRADUAL 

GREAT is the Lord, and greatly to be praised : in 
the city of our God, in the mountain of His holi- 
ness. 

V. Walk about Zion; tell the towers thereof. Mark 
well her bulwarks, consider her palaces : that ye may 
tell it to the generation following. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. For this God is our 
God for ever and ever I He will be our guide even unto 
death. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. John 8 : 31-36 



ALL SAINTS' DAY 185 

m hints' Bap 

November 1 
INTROIT 

THESE are they which have come out of great tribu- 
lation I and have washed their robes and made them 
white in the Blood of the Lamb. 

Therefore are they before the Throne of God : and 
serve Him day and night in His Temple. 

Ps. Rejoice in the Lord, ye righteous : for praise is 
comely for the upright. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

O ALMIGHTY God, Who hast knit together Thine 
elect in one communion and fellowship in the 
mystical Body of Thy Son, Christ our Lord: Grant us 
grace so to follow Thy blessed Saints in all virtuous and 
godly living, that we may come to those unspeakable 
joys which Thou hast prepared for those who unfeign- 
edly love Thee; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our 
Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy 
Ghost, ever One God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Revelation 7 : 2-17 

GRADUAL 

OFEAR the Lord, ye His saints : for there is no 
want to them that fear Him. 
V. They that seek the Lord : shall not want any 
good thing. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. Come unto Me, all ye 
that labor and are heavy laden : and I will give you 
rest. Hallelujah. 

GOSPEL. Matthew 5 : 1-12 



186 HARVEST 



£>L gnbreto, Spostle 

November 30 

11 For Introit, Collect and Gradual see apostles' days, p. 172. 

EPISTLE. Romans 10 : 10-18. GOSPEL. Matthew 4 : 18-22 

GWje Jfesttbal of J^arbest 

INTROIT 

OLORD, Thou crownest the year with Thy good- 
ness : and Thy paths drop fatness. 
Thou visitest the earth and waterest it : Thou blessest 
the springing thereof. 

Ps. Praise waiteth for Thee, O God, in Zion : and unto 
Thee shall the vow be performed. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

\ LMIGHTY God, most Merciful Father, Who open- 
jLjL est Thine hand, and satisfiest the desire of every 
living thing: We give Thee most humble and hearty 
thanks that Thou hast crowned the fields with Thy bless- 
ing, and hast permitted us once more to gather in the 
fruits of the earth; and we beseech Thee to bless and 
protect the living seed of Thy Word sown in our hearts, 
that in 'the plenteous fruits of righteousness we may 
always present to Thee an acceptable thank-offering; 
through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth 
and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One 
God, world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. 2 Corinthians 9 : 6-11 

GRADUAL 

THE eyes of all wait upon Thee : and Thou givest 
them their meat in due season. 
V. Thou openest Thine hand : and satisfiest the de- 
sire of every living thing. 



HUMILIATION AND PRAYER 187 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. VI Bless the Lord, O my 
soul, and all that is within me, bless His holy Name : 
Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all His 
benefits . Hallelu j ah. 

GOSPEL. Luke 12 : 15-21 



3 ©aj> of humiliation anb draper 

INTROIT 

HEAR, O heavens, and give ear, O earth, for the 
Lord* hath spoken : I have nourished and brought 
up children, and they have rebelled against Me. 

They have forsaken the Lord, they have provoked the 
Holy One of Israel unto anger : they are gone away 
backward. 

Ps. If Thou, Lord, shouldest mark iniquities : O 
Lord, who shall stand? 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

ALMIGHTY and most Merciful God, our Heavenly 
l\ Father, of Whose compassion there is no end, Who 
art long-suffering, gracious, and plenteous in goodness 
and truth; forgiving iniquity, transgression and sin: 
We have sinned and done perversely, we have sinned 
and grievously offended Thee; against Thee, Thee only, 
have we sinned and done evil in Thy sight; but, we be- 
seech Thee, O Lord, remember not against us former 
iniquities; let Thy tender mercies speedily prevent us, 
for we are brought very low; help us, O God of our Sal- 
vation, and purge away our sins, for the glory of Thy 
holy Name, and for the sake of Thy dear Son, Jesus 
Christ, our Saviour, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee 
and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. 
Amen. 

EPISTLE. Revelation 3 : 1-6 



188 THANKSGIVING 



GRADUAL 

SEEK ye the Lord while He may be found : call ye 
upon Him while He is near; 
V. Let the wicked forsake his way : and the unright- 
eous man his thoughts; 

V. And let him return unto the Lord, and He will 
have mercy upon him : and to our God, for He will 
abundantly pardon. 

GOSPEL. Luke 15 : 11-32 



& ©ap of (general or imperial ^Jjanfe^stbtng 

If The proper Service for this Day is the Order for Matins; but when 
The Service is used the following Propers are appointed: 

INTROIT 

LET every thing that hath breath praise the Lord : 
A Praise ye the Lord. 

Praise Him for His mighty acts I praise Him accord- 
ing to His excellent greatness. 

Ps. Praise ye the Lord. Praise God in His sanctuary: 
praise Him in the firmament of His power. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

ALMIGHTY God, our HeaVenly Father, Whose 
i\ mercies are new unto us every morning, and Who, 
though we have in no wise deserved Thy goodness, dost 
abundantly provide for all our wants of body and soul: 
Give us, we pray Thee, Thy Holy Spirit, that we may 
heartily acknowledge Thy merciful goodness toward us, 
give thanks for all Thy benefits, and serve Thee in 
willing obedience; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our 
Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy 
Ghost, ever One God, world without end. Amen. 



THANKSGIVING 189 



GRADUAL 

THE eyes of all wait upon Thee : an*d Thou givest 
them their meat in due season. 
V. Thou openest Thine hand : and satisfiest the de- 
sire of every living thing. 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. V. Bless the Lord, O my 
soul, and all that is within me, bless His holy Name : 
Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all His 
benefits. Hallelujah. 

LESSONS. Deuteronomy 8 : 1-20. Isaiah 26 : 1-12. 1 Timothy 

2:1-8 



SENTENCES FOR THE SEASONS 



ADVENT 

Hallelujah. Remember, O Lord, Thy tender mer- 
cies: for they have been ever of old. Hallelujah. 

CHRISTMAS 

Hallelujah. Let the heavens rejoice, and let the 
earth be glad before the Lord : for He hath made known 
His salvation. Hallelujah. 

♦ 
EPIPHANY 

Hallelujah. O praise the Lord, all ye nations: and 
laud Him, all ye people. 

For His merciful kindness is great toward us: and 
the truth of the Lord endure th for ever. Hallelujah. 

EASTER 

Hallelujah. Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us. 
Hallelujah. 

WHITSUNTIDE 

Hallelujah. Thou sendest forth Thy Spirit, they 
are created: and Thou renewest the face of the earth. 
Hallelujah. 

TRINITY 

Hallelujah. O Lord, deal with Thy servant accord- 
ing unto Thy mercy: and teach me Thy statutes. 

I am Thy servant, give me understanding: that I 
may know Thy testimonies. Hallelujah. 

Or: 

Hallelujah. Blessed be the Lord God of our fathers: 
praise Him, and highly exalt Him for ever. Halle- 
lujah. 

190 



INVITATORIES, ANTIPHONS, 

RESPONSORIES AND 

VERSICLES 



gbbent 

INVITATORY 

BEHOLD, the King cometh: O come, let us worship 
Him. 

ANTIPHONS 

Behold, the Name of the Lord cometh from far: and 
let the whole earth be filled w^ith His glory. 

Come, O Lord, and make no tarrying: loosen the 
bonds of Thy people Israel. 

Rejoice greatly, O Jerusalem: behold, Thy King 
cometh. 

Behold, the Lord shall come, and all His saints with 
Him: and in that day the light shall be great. Halle- 
lujah. 

RESPONSORY 

BEHOLD, the days come, saith the Lord, that I 
will raise unto David a righteous Branch, and a 
King shall reign and prosper, and shall execute judg- 
ment and justice in the earth. 

And this is His Name whereby He shall be called, 
The Lord our Righteousness. 

V. In His days shall Judah be saved, and Israel shall 
dwell safely. 

And this is His Name whereby He shall be called, 
The Lord our Righteousness. 

191 



192 INVITATORIES, ANTIPHONS 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost. 

And this is His Name whereby He shall be called, 
The Lord our Righteousness. 

VERSICLES 

S. Out of Zion, the perfection of beauty, God hath 
shined. 

ty. Our God shall come. Hallelujah. 

Hr. Prepare ye the way of the Lord. Hallelujah. 
I#. Make His paths straight. Hallelujah. 

S. Drop down, ye heavens, from above, and let the 
skies pour down righteousness. 

1$. Let the earth open and bring forth salvation. 

Cfjrtetma* 

INVITATORY 

UNTO us the Christ is born : O come, let us worship 
Him. 

ANTIPHONS 

The Lord hath said unto Me: Thou art My Son, this 
day have I begotten Thee. 

The Lord hath sent redemption unto His people: 
He hath commanded His covenant forever. 

Of the fruit of thy body : will I set upon thy throne. 

Christ the Lord, our Saviour, Everlasting God and 
Mary's Son: we praise Thee evermore. 

RESPONSORY 

THE Word was made flesh and dwelt among us. 
And we beheld His glory, the glory as of the Only- 
begotten of the Father. 
Full of grace and truth. 



RESPOXSORIES, VERSICLES 193 

V. In the beginning was the Word, and the Word 
was with God, and the Word was God. 

Full of grace and truth. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost. 

Full of grace and truth. 

VERSICLES 

S. At even ye shall know that the Lord will come. 
BJ. And in the morning, then shall ye see the glory 
of the Lord. 

S- As the bridegroom from his chamber. 
I$T. Cometh forth the Lord to run His race. 

f . The Word was made flesh. Hallelujah. 
Ii r . And dwelt among us. Hallelujah. 

f. Blessed is He that cometh in the Name of the 
Lord. 

J$. God is the Lord, Which hath showed us light. 

f. Unto us a Child is born. Hallelujah. 
ty. Unto us a Son is given. Hallelujah. 

S- Unto you is born this day a Saviour. Hallelujah. 
ty. Which is Christ the Lord. Hallelujah. 



INVITATORY 

CHRIST hath appeared unto us: O come, let us 
worship Him. 

AXTIPHOXS 

Give unto the Lord glory and strength : worship the 
Lord in the beauty of holiness. 

The Lord hath made known His Word. Hallelujah: 
the Word of His salvation. Hallelujah. Hallelujah. 



194 INVITATORIES, ANTIPHONS 

A light to lighten the Gentiles : and the glory of Thy 
people Israel. 

We have seen His star in the east: and are come to 
worship Him. 

RESPONSORY 

ARISE, shine, for thy light is come. 
i\ And the glory of the Lord is risen upon thee. 

V. And the Gentiles shall come to thy light, and kings 
to the brightness of thy rising. 

And the glory of the Lord is risen upon thee. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost. 

And the glory of the Lord is risen upon thee. 

VERSICLES 

f. The kings of Tarshish and of the isles shall bring 
presents . Hallelu j ah . 

ty. The kings of Sheba and Seba shall offer gifts. 
Hallelujah. 

S- All they from Sheba shall come. Hallelujah. 
Jtf. They shall bring gold and incense. Hallelujah. 

S-. O praise the Lord, all ye nations. Hallelujah. 
5/. Praise Him, all ye people. Hallelujah. 

Htm 

ANTIPHONS 

Man shall not live by bread alone: but by every 

word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God. 

Behold, now is the accepted time: behold, now is the 
day of salvation. 

The kings of the earth set themselves, and the rulers 
take counsel together: against the Lord and against 
His Anointed. 



RESPOXSORIES, VERSICLES 195 

He was oppressed, and He was afflicted, yet He 
opened not His mouth : and the Lord hath laid on Him 
the iniquity of us all. 

RESPOXSORY 

HE was brought as a lamb to the slaughter, He was 
oppressed and He was afflicted, yet He opened 
not His mouth; 

He was delivered up to death, that He might quicken 
His people. 

V. In Salem also is His tabernacle, and His dwelling 
place in Zion. 

He was delivered up to death, that He might quicken 
His people. 

VERSICLES 

HF. Save me from the lion's mouth, Lord. 

1$/. And deliver me from the horns of the unicorns. 

S> Christ became obedient unto death. 
ty. Even the death of the cross. 

S. Christ was wounded for our transgressions. 
15/ . He was bruised for our iniquities. 

Caster 

INVITATORY 

The Lord is risen indeed: Hallelujah. 

AXTIPHOXS 

Hallelujah. Hallelujah. Hallelujah. 
I laid me down and slept; I awaked: for the Lord 
sustained me. Hallelujah. Hallelujah. 

Hallelujah. The Lord is risen. Hallelujah: as He 
said unto you. Hallelujah. Hallelujah. 

Hallelujah. Abide with us, for it is toward evening: 
and the day is far spent. Hallelujah. Hallelujah. 



196 INVITATORIES, ANTIPHONS 

RESPONSORY 

CHRIST being raised from the dead dieth no more; 
death hath no more dominion over Him. 

In that He liveth, He liveth unto God. Hallelujah. 
Hallelujah. 

V. Christ was delivered for our offences and raised 
again for our justification. 

In that He liveth, He liveth unto God. Hallelujah. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost. 

In that He liveth, He liveth unto God. Hallelujah. 

VERSICLES 

f. The Lord is risen from the grave. Hallelujah. 
ty. Who hung for us upon the tree. Hallelujah. 

f. Then were the disciples glad. Hallelujah. 
1$/. When they saw the Lord. Hallelujah. 

S. This is the day which the Lord hath made. 
Hallelujah. 

I#. We will rejoice and be glad in it. Hallelujah. 

f'. The Lord is risen indeed. Hallelujah. 

RJ. And hath appeared unto Simon. Hallelujah. 

gtecengton Bap 

INVITATORY 

ALLELUJAH. The King ascendeth into Heaven 
come, let us worship Him. Hallelujah. 



H 



ANTIPHONS 

If I go not away, the Comforter will not come unto 
you: but if I depart, I will send Him unto you. Halle- 
lujah. 

Hallelujah. Christ hath ascended up on high. 
Hallelujah: And hath led captivity captive. Hallelu- 
jah. Hallelujah. 



RESPONSORIES, VERSICLES 197 

I ascend unto My Father and your Father: and to 
My God and your God. Hallelujah. 

RESPONSORY 

GO ye into all the world, and preach the Gospel. 
Hallelujah. 

He that belie veth and is baptized shall be saved. 
Hallelujah. Hallelujah. 

F. In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and 
of the Holy Ghost. 

He that believeth and is baptized, shall be saved. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost. 

He that believeth and is baptized, shall be saved. 

VERSICLES 

f'. I will not leave you comfortless, Hallelujah. 

I?/. I go away and come again unto you. Hallelujah. 

~f. God is gone up with a shout. Hallelujah. 
R?. The Lord with the sound of a trumpet. Halle- 
lujah. 

INVITATORY 

HALLELUJAH. The Spirit of the Lord filleth the 
world: O come, let us worship Him. Hallelujah. 

ANTIPHONS 

Come, Holy Ghost, and fill the hearts of Thy faith- 
ful people, and kindle in them the fire of Thy love : Thou, 
Who through divers tongues gatherest together the 
nations in the unity of the faith. Hallelujah. Halle- 
lujah. 

Thou sendest forth Thy Spirit, they are created : and 
Thou renewest the face of the earth. Hallelujah. 
Hallelujah. 



198 INVITATORIES, ANTIPHONS 

I will not leave you comfortless. Hallelujah: I will 
come to you, and your heart shall rejoice. Hallelujah. 

RESPONSORY 

AND there appeared unto the Apostles cloven 
jlV tongues, like as of fire. Hallelujah. 

And the Holy Ghost sat upon each of them. Halle- 
lu j ah . Hallelu j ah . 

V. And they began to. speak with other tongues the 
wonderful works of God. 

And the Holy Ghost sat upon each of them. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost. 

And the Holy Ghost sat upon each of them. 

VERSICLES 

HF. The Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost. Halle- 
lujah. 

ty. He shall teach you all things. Hallelujah. 

f. And they Were all filled with the Holy Ghost. 
Hallelujah. 

I#. And they began to speak. Hallelujah. 

S. Create in me a clean heart, O God. Hallelujah. 
ty. And renew a right spirit within me. Hallelujah. 



W^t Jfesttibal of tfje ^olp T&vinity 

INVITATORY 

IHE true God, One in Three and Three in One: O 
come, let us worship Him. 

ANTIPHONS 

Unto Thee do we call, Thee do we praise, Thee do 
we worship : O Blessed Trinity. 



RESPOXSORIES, VERSICLES 199 

Glory be to Thee, Co-equal Trinity : One God before 
all worlds began, and now, and forevermore. 

Holy, Holy, Holy, Lord God Almighty : Which was, 
and is, and is to come. 

RESPOXSORY 

WE bless the Father, and the Son, and the Holy 
Ghost. 
Praise Him and magnify Him foreyer. 
V. Blessed art Thou, O Lord, in the firmament of 
heaven, and above all to be praised and glorified forever. 
Praise Him and magnify Him forever. 
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost. 

Praise Him and magnify Him forever. 

VERSICLE 

V. We bless the Father, and the Son, and the Holy 
Ghost. 

ty. Praise Him and magnify Him forever. 



gposftles' antr (Ebangeltete' Bap£ 

RESPOXSORY 

TAKE My yoke upon you, saith the Lord, and learn 
of Me, for I am meek and lowly of heart; 
I'. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light; 
And ye shall find rest unto your souls. 
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost. 

And ye shall find rest unto your souls. 



Wqz $kes(entatton of our Horb 

r The proper Responsory for this Day is: The Word was made flesh, 

etc., p. 192. 



200 INVITATORIES, ANTIPHONS 

®Jje 3nmtntfatton 

RESPONSORY 

THEN said Mary unto the angel: Behold the hand- 
maid of the Lord: 
Be it unto me according to thy word. 
V. The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee. And when 
the angel thus made answer, Mary said: 
Be it unto me according to thy word. 
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost. 

Be it unto me according to thy word. 

{Rje Utettatton 

IT The proper Responsory for this Day is: The Word was made flesh 
and dwelt among us, p. 192. 

®fje Jfestttbal of tfje Reformation 

ANTIPHON 

WILL speak of Thy testimonies also before kings: 
and will not be ashamed. 



i 



VERSICLES 

f. Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet. Hallelujah. 
I?/. And a light unto my path. Hallelujah. 

f. The Lord our God be with us. Hallelujah. 
ty. As He was with our fathers. Hallelujah. 

S- Do good in Thy good pleasure unto Zion. Halle- 
lujah. 

iy. Build Thou the walls of Jerusalem. Halle- 
lujah. 

f. Stand fast therefore in the liberty. Halle- 
lujah. 

ty. Wherewith Christ hath made you free. Halle- 
lujah. 



RESPOXSORIES, VERSICLES 201 

& ©ap of humiliation anb draper 

AXTIPHOX 

BE merciful unto me, O Lord, for I cry unto Thee 
daily : Bow down Thine ear, O Lord, hear me, for 
I am poor and needy. 

VERSICLES 

V. Have mercy upon me, O God, according to Thy 
loving kindness. 

IT. According unto the multitude of Thy tender 
mercies blot out my transgressions. 

y. Enter not into judgment with Thy servant, O 
Lord. 

H r . For in Thy sight shall no man living be justi- 
fied. 

¥. Lord, deal not with us after our sins. 

I?/. Nor reward us according to our iniquities. 

S. Create in us a clean heart, O God. 

R\ And take not Thy Holy Spirit from us. 

V. We have sinned with our fathers. 
K. We have committed iniquity, we have done 
wickedly. 

®f)e Jfesttfaal of Cfmrcf) Habitation 

AXTIPHON 

THE Lord is in His holy temple: the Lord's throne 
is in heaven. 

VERSICLE 

V. Thy testimonies are very sure. Hallelujah. 
R~. Holiness becometh Thine House, O Lord, for- 
ever. Hallelujah. 



202 INVITATORIES, ANTIPHONS 

jfox ®fytx tEtme* 

ANTIPHONS 

OUT of the depths : have I cried unto Thee, O Lord. 
Out of Zion, the perfection of beauty: God hath 
shined. 

Commit thy way unto the Lord : trust also in Him, 
Preserve my life: from the fear of the enemy. 
It is good to sing praises : unto our God. 
Forsake not the works: of Thine own hands. 
The Lord : is the strength of my life. 

The Lord said unto my Lord : sit Thou at My right 
hand. 

Blessed be the Lord God: the God of Israel. 
Blessed be the Lord out of Zion: Which dwelleth 
at Jerusalem. 

Blessed: be His glorious Name forever. 

I was glad when they said unto me: Let us go into 
the house of the Lord. 

In the day of my trouble I will call upon Thee: for 
Thou wilt answer me. 

I will praise Thy Name : forever and ever. 
Thou wilt show me : the path of life. 
We praise the Lord : now, henceforth and forever. 
Blessed is the man : that feareth the Lord. 

RESPONSORIES 
I 

FOREVER, O Lord, Thy Word is settled in heaven. 
Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light 
unto my path. 

Lord, I have loved the habitation of Thy house, and 
the place where Thine honor dwelleth. 



RESPONSORIES, VERSICLES 203 

Verse. Blessed are they that hear the Word of God 
and keep it. 

Lord, I have loved the habitation of Thy house, and 
the place where Thine honor dwelleth. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost. 

Lord, I have loved the habitation of Thy house, and 
the place where Thine honor dwelleth. 

II 

WE know no other God before the Lord, in Whom 
we trust. 
He despiseth us not, neither putteth He away His 
salvation from us. 

V. His mercy let us seek with tears, &nd humble our- 
selves before Him. 

He despiseth us not, neither putteth He away His 
salvation from us. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost. 

He despiseth us not, neither putteth He away His 
salvation from us. 

Ill 

FEAR God, and keep His commandments; 
For this is the whole duty of man. 
V. There is no want to them that fear God, nor to 
them that love Him in truth. 

For this is the whole duty of man. 
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost. 

For this is the whole duty of man. 

IV 

THINE, O Lord, is the power, Thine is the kingdom, 
and Thou art exalted above all. 
Give peace in our time, O Lord. 

V. Creator of all things, Thou art fearful and strong, 
Thou art righteous and merciful. 



204 INVITATORIES, ANTIPHONS 

Give peace in our time, O Lord. 
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost. 

Give peace in our time, O Lord. 



LOOK down, O Lord, from Thy holy place, and take 
J Thou thought of us. O my God, incline Thine 
ear and hear. 

Open Thine eyes and behold our desolation. 

V. Give ear, O Shepherd of Israel, Thou that leadest 
Joseph like a flock. 

Open Thine eyes and behold our desolation. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost. 

Open Thine eyes and behold our desolation. 

VI 

BLESS the Lord at all times, and desire of Him that 
He would order thy ways. 

And in all seasons let thy counsels be with Him. 

V. Now therefore, my son, remember my command- 
ments, and fear not that we are poor; for thou hast 
much wealth if thou fear God. 

And in all seasons let thy counsels be with Him. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost. 

And in all seasons let thy counsels be with Him. 

VII 

MAKE me to go in the path of Thy commandments : 
Hallelujah. For therein do I delight. Hallelu- 
jah. 

Incline my heart unto Thy testimonies. Hallelujah. 
Hallelujah. Hallelujah. 

V. Turn away mine eyes from beholding vanity; and 
quicken Thou me in Thy way. 



RESPOXSORIES, VERSICLES 205 

Incline my heart unto Thy testimonies. Hallelujah. 
Hallelujah. Hallelujah. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost. 

Incline my heart unto Thy testimonies. Hallelujah. 
Hallelu j ah . Hallelu j ah . 

VERSICLES 

Hr. The eyes of all wait upon Thee: 

B/. And Thou givest them their meat in due season. 

f'. The Lord is merciful and gracious. Hallelujah. 
ty. Slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy. Halle- 
lujah. 

f. Pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest: 
B/. That He would send forth laborers into His 
harvest. 

Hf. Ask, and ye shall receive: 
1$. That your joy may be full. 

V. O give thanks unto the Lord, for He is good. 
Hallelujah. 

iy. For His mercy endureth forever. Hallelujah. 

~f. It is a good thing to give thanks unto the Lord : 
ty. And to sing praises unto Thy Name, O Most 

High. 

S- Lord, Thou hast heard the desire of the humble : 
R r . Thou wilt preserve their hearts, Thou wilt cause 

Thine ear to hear. 

f\ The Lord will give strength unto His people. 
Hallelujah. 

ty. The Lord will bless His people with peace. Hal- 
lelujah. 

V. They that be wise, shall shine as the brightness 
of the firmament. Hallelujah. 

BJ. And they that turn many to righteousness, as the 
stars forever and ever. Hallelujah. 



206 VERSICLES 



Hf. By Me kings reign, and princes decree justice: 
ty. By Me princes rule, and nobles, even all the 
judges of the earth. 

S- He shall give His angels charge over thee: 
Jtf. To keep thee in all thy ways. 

f. The Lord God is a sun and shield; the Lord will 
give grace and glory. Hallelujah. 

Itf. No good thing will He withhold from them that 
walk uprightly. Hallelujah. 

S- Sanctify us through Thy truth. Hallelujah. 
ty. Thy Word is truth. Hallelujah. 

f. Lord, teach me to do Thy will. Hallelujah. 
Itf. Let Thy good Spirit lead me in the right way. 
Hallelujah. 

f. Show me Thy ways, O Lord. Hallelujah. 
BJ. Teach me Thy paths. Hallelujah. 

f'. Save Thy people, and bless Thine inheritance. 

I#. Feed them also, and lift them up forever. 

f. Help us, O God of our salvation, for the glory of 
Thy Name: 

Jtf. Deliver us, and purge away our sins, for Thy 
Name's sake. 

f. I have trusted in Thy mercy. 

Ttf. My heart shall rejoice in Thy salvation. 

S- Suffer the little children to come unto Me, and 
forbid them not: 

B/. For of such is the kingdom of heaven. 

f. Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within 
me, bless His holy Name : 

ty. Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all His 
benefits. Hallelujah. 

S. Call upon Me in the day of trouble: 

Bf. I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify Me. 

f. Make me to understand the way of Thy precepts : 
I?/. Strengthen Thou me according to Thy Word. 



COLLECTS AND PRAYERS 



THE HOLY SPIRIT 

1. For the Holy Spirit 

ALMIGHTY God, Who hast given us command- 
11 ment to pray for the gift of the Holy Ghost : Most 
heartily we beseech Thee, through Jesus Christ our 
Advocate, to grant us Thy Holy Spirit, that He may 
quicken our hearts by Thy saving Word, and lead us 
into all truth, that He may guide, instruct, enlighten, 
govern, comfort and sanctify us unto everlasting life; 
through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. 
Amen. 

2. For the Holy Spirit 

SEND, we beseech Thee, Almighty God, Thy Holy 
Spirit into our hearts, that He may rule and direct 
us according to Thy will, comfort us in all our tempta- 
tions and afflictions, defend us from all error, and lead 
us into all truth; that we, being steadfast in the faith, 
may increase in love and in all good works, and in the 
end obtain everlasting life; through Jesus Christ, Thy 
Son, our Lord. Amen. 

3. For the Holy Spirit 

OLORD God, Heavenly Father, we beseech Thee, 
let Thy Holy Spirit dwell in us, that He may en- 
lighten and lead us into all truth, and evermore defend 
us from all adversities; through Jesus Christ. Thy Son, 
our Lord. Amen. 

4. For the Holy Spirit 

OLORD God, Heavenly Father, Who by the blessed 
light of Thy divine Word hast led us to the knowl- 
edge of Thy Son : We most heartily beseech Thee so to 

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replenish us with the grace of Thy Holy Spirit, that we 
may ever walk in the light of Thy truth, and rejoicing 
with sure confidence in Christ our Saviour, may in the 
end be brought unto everlasting salvation; through the 
same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

5 For the Holy Spirit 

ALMIGHTY and Everlasting God, Who of Thy 
ii great mercy in Jesus Christ, Thy Son, dost grant 
us forgiveness of sin, and all things pertaining to life and 
godliness : Grant us, we beseech Thee, Thy Holy Spirit, 
that He may so rule our hearts, that we, being ever 
mindful of Thy fatherly mercy, may strive to mortify 
the flesh, and to overcome the world; and, serving 
Thee in holiness and pureness of living, may give Thee 
continual thanks for all Thy goodness; through the 
same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

SPECIAL GIFTS 

6, For Spiritual Renewal 

OLORD God, Heavenly Father, Who hast given 
Thine only Son to die for our sins, and to rise again 
for our justification: Quicken us, we beseech Thee, by 
Thy Holy Spirit, unto newness of life, that, through the 
power of His Resurrection, we may dwell with Christ 
forever; Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the 
Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. 
Amen. 

7. For Spiritual Renewal 

\ LMIGHTY God, Who hast given us Thine Only- 
l\ begotten Son to take our nature upon Him: 
Grant that we being regenerate and made Thy chil- 
dren by adoption and grace, may daily be renewed by 
Thy Holy Spirit; through the same Jesus Christ, Thy 
Son, our Lord. Amen. 



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8. For Spiritual Illumination 

GRANT, we beseech Thee, Almighty God, that 
the brightness of Thy glory may shine forth upon 
us, and that the light of Thy light by the illumination 
of the Holy Spirit may stablish the hearts of all that 
have been born anew by Thy grace; through Jesus 
Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

9. For Guidance into Truth 

ENLIGHTEN our minds, we beseech Thee, O God, 
by the Spirit Who proceedeth from Thee; that, as 
Thy Son hath promised, Ave may be led into all truth; 
through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. 

Amen. 

10. For Grace to Receive the Word 

BLESSED Lord, Who hast caused all Holy Scrip- 
tures to be written for our learning: Grant that 
we may in such wise hear them, read, mark, learn, and 
inwardly digest them, that by patience and comfort of 
Thy holy Word, we may embrace, and ever hold fast the 
blessed hope of everlasting life, which Thou hast given 
us in our Saviour Jesus Christ, Who liveth and reigneth 
with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world 
without end. Amen. 

11. For Faith 
ALMIGHTY and Ever-living God, Who hast given 
il to them that believe exceeding great and precious 
promises : Grant us so perfectly, and without all doubt, 
to believe in Thy Son Jesus Christ, that our faith in 
Thy sight may never be reproved. Hear us, O Lord, 
through the same, our Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen. 

12. For Constancy 

ALMIGHTY God, our Heavenly Father, Who, of 
iV Thy tender love towards us sinners, hast given us 
Thy Son, that believing on Him we might have ever- 



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lasting life: Grant us, we beseech Thee, Thy Holy 
Spirit, that we may continue steadfast in this faith to 
the end, and may come to everlasting life; through 
the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

13. For Faith, Hope and Love 

GRANT us, we beseech Thee, Almighty God, a 
steadfast faith in Jesus Christ, a cheerful hope in 
Thy mercy, and a sincere love to Thee and to all our 
fellow men; through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our 
Lord. Amen. 

14. For Love to God 

OGOD, Who makest all things to work together 
for good to them that love Thee: Pour into our 
hearts such steadfast love toward Thee, that the pure 
desires which by Thy Spirit have been stirred up in us, 
may not be turned aside by any temptation; through 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

15. For Love to God 

OGOD, Who, through the grace of Thy Holy Spirit, 
dost pour the gifts of charity int6 the hearts of Thy 
faithful people: Grant unto Thy servants health both 
of mind and body, that they may love Thee with their 
whole strength, and with their whole heart perform 
those things which are pleasing unto Thee; through 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

16. For Charity 

OLORD, Who hast taught us that all our doings 
without charity are nothing worth: Send Thy 
Holy Spirit and pour into our hearts that most excellent 
gift of charity, the very bond of peace and of all virtues, 
without which whosoever liveth is counted dead before 
Thee; grant this for the sake of Thine Only Son, Jesus 
Christ, our Lord. Amen. 



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17. For Grace to do God's Will 

ALMIGHTY God, give us grace that we may 
jL3l cast away the works of darkness, and put upon 
us the armor of light, now in the time of this mortal 
life, in which Thy Son Jesus Christ came to visit 
us in great humility; that in the last day, when He shall 
come again in His glorious Majesty to judge both the 
quick and the dead, we may rise to the life immortal; 
through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. 
Amen. 

18. For Grace to use our Gifts 

OLORD God Almighty, Who dost endue Thy 
servants with divers and singular gifts of the 
Holy Ghost: Leave us not, we beseech Thee, destitute 
of Thy manifold gifts, nor yet of grace to use them 
alway to Thy honor and glory; through Jesus Christ, 
Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 



19. For Divine Guidance and Help 

DIRECT us, O Lord, in all our doings, with Thy 
most gracious favor, and further us with Thy con- 
tinual help; that in all our works begun, continued, and 
ended in Thee, we may glorify Thy holy Name; and 
finally, by Thy mercy, obtain everlasting life; through 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 



20. For Divine Guidance and Help 

O ALMIGHTY and Everlasting God, vouchsafe, 
we beseech Thee, to direct, sanctify and govern 
both our hearts and bodies in the ways of Thy laws, and 
in the works of Thy commandments; that, through Thy 
most mighty protection, both here and ever, we may be 
preserved in body and soul; through Jesus Christ, Thy 
Son, our Lord. Amen. 



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21. For Divine Guidance and Help 

ALMIGHTY and Everliving God, Who makest us 
./jl both to will and to do those things which are good, 
and acceptable unto Thy Divine Majesty: Let Thy 
fatherly hand, we beseech Thee, ever be over us; let 
Thy Holy Spirit ever be with us; and so lead us in the 
knowledge and obedience of Thy Word, that in the end 
we may obtain everlasting life; through Jesus Christ, 
Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

22. For Aid against Temptation 

OGOD, Who justifiest the ungodly, and Who de- 
sirest not the death of the sinner: We humbly im- 
plore Thy Majesty, that Thou wouldest graciously 
assist, by Thy heavenly aid, and evermore shield with 
Thy protection, Thy servants who trust in Thy mercy, 
that they may be separated by no temptations from 
Thee, and, without ceasing, may serve Thee; through 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

23. For Aid in Temptation 

ALMIGHTY and Everlasting God, Who, by Thy 
XjL Son, hast promised us forgiveness of sins and ever- 
lasting life : We beseech Thee so to rule and govern our 
hearts by Thy Holy Spirit, that in our daily need, and 
especially in all time of temptation, we may seek help 
from Him, and by a true and lively faith in Thy Word 
obtain the same; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our 
Lord. Amen. 

24. For Repentance 

MERCIFUL Father, give us grace that we may never 
presume to sin; but if at any time we offend Thy 
Divine Majesty, may we truly repent and lament our 
offence, and by a lively faith obtain remission of all our 
sins; solely through the merits of Jesus Christ, Thy Son, 
our Lord. ' Amen. 



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25. For Pardon 

HEAR, we beseech Thee, O Lord, the prayer of 
Thy suppliants, and spare those who confess their 
sins unto Thee, that Thou mayest bestow upon us both 
pardon and peace; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our 
Lord. Amen. 

26. For Deliverance from Sin 

WE beseech Thee, O Lord, in Thy clemency to 
show us Thine unspeakable mercy; that Thou 
mayest both set us free from our sins, and rescue us from 
the punishments which, for our sins, we deserve; 
through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

27. For Grace to know and follow Christ 

OALMIGHTY|God, Whom to know is everlasting 
life: Grant us perfectly to know Thy Son Jesus 
Christ to be the Way, the Truth, and the Life; that fol- 
lowing His steps we may steadfastly walk in the way 
that leadeth to eternal life; through the same Jesus 
Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

'28. For Grace to follow Christ 

ALMIGHTY God, Who hast given Thine Only Son 
±\. to be unto us both a sacrifice for sin and also an 
ensample of godly life: Give us grace that we may al- 
ways most thankfully receive that His inestimable 
benefit, and also daily endeavor ourselves to follow 
the blessed steps of His most holy life; through the same 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

29. For Patience 

OGOD, Who by the meek endurance of Thine Only- 
begotten Son didst beat down the pride of the old 
enemy: Help us, we beseech Thee, rightly to treasure 
in our hearts what our Lord hath of His goodness borne 
for our sakes; that after His example we may bear with 
patience whatsoever things are adverse to us; through 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 



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30. For Contentment 

ALMIGHTY God, our Heavenly Father, Who dost 
AjL feed the birds and clothe the flowers, and Who 
carest for us as a father for his children: We beseech 
Thee, graciously guard us against distrust and vain 
over-carefulness, and help us, through Thy Holy Spirit, 
to live to the hallowing of Thy Name, the coming of Thy 
Kingdom, and the doing of Thy Will, so that we may 
cast all our care on Thee and in unwavering faith, abide 
trustingly in Thee; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our 
Lord. Amen. 

31. For Steadfastness in Affliction 

ALMIGHTY and most Merciful God, Who hast ap- 
Ji\. pointed us to endure sufferings and death with our 
Lord Jesus Christ, before we enter with Him into eternal 
glory : Grant us grace at all times to subject ourselves 
to Thy holy will, and to continue steadfast in the true 
faith unto the end of our lives, and at all times to find 
peace and joy in the blessed hope of the resurrection of 
the dead, and of the glory of the world to come; through 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

32. For Humility 

OGOD, Who resistest the proud, and givest grace 
to the humble: Grant unto us true humility, after 
the likeness in which Thine Only Son hath revealed it in 
Himself, that we may never be lifted up and provoke 
Thy wrath, but in all lowliness be made partakers of the 
gifts of Thy grace; through the same Jesus Christ, Thy 
Son, our Lord. Amen. 

33. For Purity 

ALMIGHTY God, unto Whom all hearts are open, 
JlV all desires known, and from Whom no secrets are 
hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspira- 



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tion of Thy Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love 
Thee, and worthily magnify Thy holy Name; through 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 



34. For Holiness 

OGOD. Whose strength is made perfect in weakness: 
Mortify and kill all vices in us, and so strengthen 
us by Thy grace, that by the innocency of our lives, and 
the constancy of our faith even unto death, we may 
glorify Thy holy Name; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, 
our Lord. Amen. 



35. For a Blessed Death 

CONFIRM, we beseech Thee, Almighty God, Thine 
unworthy servants in Thy grace; that in the 
hour of our death the adversary may not prevail 
against us, but that we may be found worthy of ever- 
lasting life; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. 
Amen. 

36. For the Blessedness of Heaven 

ALMIGHTY, Everlasting God, Who didst give Thine 
il Only Son to be a High Priest of good things to 
come: Hereafter grant unto us, Thine unworthy ser- 
vants, to have our share in the company of the blessed; 
through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. 
Amen. 

37. For Peace 

OGOD, Who art the Author of peace and Lover of 
concord, in knowledge of Whom standeth our 
eternal life, Whose service is perfect freedom: Defend 
us, Thy humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; 
that we, surely trusting in Thy defence, may not fear 
the power of any adversaries; through Jesus Christ, Thy 
Son, our Lord. Amen. 



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THE CHURCH 

38. For the Church 

GRANT, we beseech Thee, Almighty God, unto 
Thy Church, Thy Holy Spirit, and the wisdom 
which cometh down from above, that Thy Word, as 
becometh it, may not be bound, but have free course and 
be preached to the joy and edifying of Christ's holy 
people, that in steadfast faith we may serve Thee, and 
in the confession of Thy Name abide unto the end; 
through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

39. For the Church 

MERCIFUL Lord, we beseech Thee to cast the 
bright beams of Thy light upon Thy Church, 
that it being instructed by the doctrine of the blessed 
Apostles, may so walk in the light of Thy truth, that it 
may at length attain to the light of everlasting life; 
through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

40. For the Church 

OLORD, favorably receive the prayers of Thy 
Church, that, being delivered from all adversity 
and error, it may serve Thee in safety and freedom; and 
grant us Thy peace in our time; through Jesus Christ, 
Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

41. For the Protection and Peace of the Church 

ALMIGHTY and Everlasting God, Who wilt have 
il all men to be saved, and to come to the knowledge 
of the truth : We beseech Thy glorious Majesty, through 
Jesus Christ our Lord and Saviour, impart the grace 
and help of Thy Holy Spirit to all ministers of Thy 
Word, that they may purely teach it to the saving of 
men; bring to naught by Thine Almighty power and 
unsearchable wisdom, all the counsels of those who hate 
Thy Word, and who, by corrupt teaching or with violent 



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hands, would destroy it, and enlighten them with the 
knowledge of Thy glory; that we, leading a quiet and 
peaceable life, may, by a pure faith, learn the riches of 
Thy heavenly grace, and in holiness and righteousness 
serve Thee, the only true God; through the same Jesus 
Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

42. For those icho have erred 

ALMIGHTY God, our Heavenly Father, Whose 
l\. property it is always to have mercy: We most 
earnestly beseech Thee to visit with Thy fatherly cor- 
rection all such as have erred and gone astray from the 
truth of Thy holy Word, and to bring them to a due 
sense of their error, that they may again with hearty 
faith receive and hold fast Thine unchangeable Truth; 
through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

43. For those who have erred 

O ALMIGHTY, Merciful, and Gracious God and 
Father, with our whole heart we beseech Thee for 
all who have forsaken the Christian Faith; all who have 
wandered from any portion thereof, or are in doubt or 
temptation through the corruptors of Thy Word; that 
Thou wouldest visit them as a Father, reveal unto them 
their error, and bring them back from their wanderings; 
that they, in singleness of heart, taking pleasure alone 
in the pure truth of Thy Word, may be made wise there- 
by unto everlasting life; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, 
our Lord. Amen. 

44. For the Unity in the Faith 

BRING to naught, O Christ, the schisms of heresy, 
which seek to subvert Thy truth; that, as Thou art 
acknowledged in heaven and in earth as one and the 
same Lord, so Thy people gathered from all nations, 
may serve Thee in unity of faith; Who livest and 
reignest with the Father and the Holy Ghost, ever 
One God, world without end. Amen. 



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45. For the Unity in the Faith 

OGOD, Who restorest to the right way them that 
err, Who gatherest them that are scattered, and 
preservest them that are gathered: Of Thy tender 
mercy, we beseech Thee, pour upon Thy Christian 
people the grace of unity, that, all schisms being 
healed, Thy flock, united to the true Shepherd of Thy 
Church, may worthily serve Thee; through the same 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen, 



46. For the Children of the Church 

ALMIGHTY and Everlasting God, Who dost will 
il that not one of these little ones should perish, and 
hast sent Thine Only Son to seek and to save that 
which was lost, and through Him hast said, Suffer the 
little children to come unto Me, and forbid them not, 
for of such is the kingdom of God: Most heartily we 
beseech Thee so to bless and govern the children of Thy 
Church, by Thy Holy Spirit, that they may grow in 
grace and in the knowledge of Thy Word; protect and 
defend them against all danger and harm, giving Thy 
holy Angels charge over them; through the same Jesus 
Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 



47. For the Children of the Parish 

BLESSED Lord Jesus, Who hast taught us that we 
must be as the little children in order to come to 
Thy Kingdom, and Who didst love and bless them 
most tenderly: Grant that our children may be drawn 
unto Thee by Thy good Spirit and ever kept in Thy 
service, so that walking in Thy way, they may ever show 
forth Thy praise and be one with us in the confession of 
Thy holy Name; Who livest and reignest with the 
Father and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world 
without end. Amen. 



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48. For Catechumens 

ALMIGHTY and Everlasting God, Who dost al- 
iV ways multiply Thy Church, and with Thy light 
and grace dost strengthen the hearts of those whom 
Thou hast regenerated, confirming unto them Thy 
covenant and faithfulness: Grant unto our Catechu- 
mens increase both of faith and knowledge, that they 
may rejoice in their Baptism and really and heartily 
renew their covenant with Thee; through Jesus 
Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

THE MINISTRY 

49. For the Ministry 

ALMIGHTY and Gracious God, the Father of 
i\ our Lord Jesus Christ, Who hast commanded 
us to pray that Thou wouldest send forth laborers 
into Thy harvest: Of Thine infinite mercy give us 
true teachers and ministers of Thy Word, and put 
Thy saving Gospel in their hearts and on their lips, 
that they may truly fulfil Thy command, and preach 
nothing contrary to Thy holy Word; that we, being 
warned, instructed, nurtured, comforted and strength- 
ened by Thy heavenly Word, may do those things 
which are well-pleasing to Thee, and profitable to us; 
through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

50. For the Ministry 

O ALMIGHTY God, Who by Thy Son Jesus Christ, 
didst give to Thy holy Apostles many excellent 
gifts, and commandedst them earnestly to feed Thy 
flock : Make, we beseech Thee, all Pastors diligently to 
preach Thy holy Word, and the people obediently to 
follow the same, that they may receive the crown of 
everlasting glory; through the same Jesus Christ, Thy 
Son, our Lord. Amen. 



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51. For the Ministry 
\ LMIGHTY and Everlasting God, Who alone doest 
JljL great wonders: Send down upon Thy Ministers 
and upon the Congregations committed to their charge, 
the healthful Spirit of Thy grace; and, that they may 
truly please Thee, pour upon them the continual dew of 
Thy blessing; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. 
Amen. 

MISSIONS 

52. For Missions 

OGOD, our Protector, behold, and look upon the 
face of Thine Anointed, Who hath given Himself 
for the redemption of all, and grant that from the rising 
of the sun to the going down thereof, Thy Name may be 
great among the Gentiles, and that in every place, 
sacrifice and a pure offering may be made unto Thy 
Name; through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our 
Lord. Amen. 

53. For Missions 
ALMIGHTY God, Heavenly Father, Who, through 

XlL Thy Son, Jesus Christ, hast given commandment 
unto Thy people to go into all the world and preach 
the Gospel to every creature: Grant us a ready will to 
obey Thy Word; and as we have entered into the labors 
of other men, help us to serve Thee, that others may 
enter into our labors; and that we with them, and they 
with us, may attain unto everlasting life; through the 
same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

54. For Missions 

OGOD, Who didst so love the world as to give Thine 
Only-begotten Son, that whosoever belie veth in 
Him should not perish, but have everlasting life: Look 
with compassion upon the heathen who know Thee not, 
and on the multitudes that are scattered as sheep having 
no shepherd; and so bestow upon us Thy grace, that we, 
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Thy Gospel, seek them that are lost, and restore them 
unto Thee; that they, being gathered out of all places 
whither they have wandered, may be strengthened, 
nurtured, protected and guided by the true Shepherd 
and Bishop of souls, Jesus Christ, Thy Son, unto Whom, 
with Thee and the Holy Ghost be honor and power, 
dominion and glory, world without end. Amen, 

55. For the Commissioning of Missionaries 
ALMIGHTY God, Who makest all things in heaven 
ii and earth to serve Thy gracious will: We commit 
to Thy care and protection these Thy servants whom we 
send forth in Thy Name; fulfil the promise made through 
Thy Son to be with them at all times, whatever be the 
perils they may meet, or the trials they may undergo; 
bless them with Thy continual favor; give them many 
souls as the reward of their labor; and in every hour of 
conflict, uncertainty and doubt strengthen and uphold 
them, and give them Thy peace; through Jesus Christ, 
Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

56. For the Heathen 

ALMIGHTY and Everlasting God, Who desirest not 
l the death of a sinner, but wouldest have all men to 
repent and live: Hear our prayers for the heathen; 
take away iniquity from their hearts, and turn them 
from their idols unto the living and true God, and to 
Thine Only Son; and gather them into Thy holy Church, 
to the glory of Thy Name; through the same Jesus 
Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

57. For the Jeics 

ALMIGHTY and Everlasting God, Who lovest to 
il show mercy: Hear the prayers which we offer unto 
Thee for Thine ancient people, that, acknowledging 
Jesus Christ, Who is the Light of truth, they may be 
delivered from their darkness; through the same Jesus 
Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 



222 COLLECTS AND PRAYERS 

MORNING AND EVENING 

58. For the Hallowing of the Lord's Day 

OLORD God, Heavenly Father, we beseech Thee 
so to rule and guide us by Thy Holy Spirit, that 
we hear and receive Thy holy Word with our whole 
heart and hallow Thy Holy Day, in order that through 
Thy Word we also may be sanctified, learn to place all 
our trust and hope in Jesus Christ Thy Son, and fol- 
lowing Him, be led safely through all evil, until through 
Thy grace, we come to everlasting life; through the same 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

59. Morning 

GRANT us, O Lord, to pass this day in gladness and 
peace, without stumbling and without stain, that 
reaching the eventide victorious over all temptation 
through Thy ever present aid, we may praise Thee, the 
Eternal God, Who dost govern all things and art blessed 
for evermore; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. 
Amen. 

60. Morning 

OLORD, King of heaven and earth, may it please 
Thee this day to order and hallow, to rule and 
govern our hearts and bodies, our thoughts, words and 
works, according to Thy commandments; through Jesus 
Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 



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61. Evening 

IGHTEN our darkness, we beseech Thee, O Lord; 



and by Thy great mercy defend us from all perils 
and dangers of this night; for the love of Thy Only Son, 
our Saviour, Jesus Christ, Who liveth and reigneth 
with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world 
without end. Amen. 



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INTERCESSIONS 

62. For those in Affliction 

ALMIGHTY and Everlasting God, the Consolation 
1~\ of the sorrowful, and the Strength of the weak: 
May the prayers of them that in any tribulation or 
distress cry unto Thee, graciously come before Thee, 
so that in all their necessities they may mark and re- 
ceive Thy manifold help and comfort; through Jesus 
Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

63. For those in Affliction 

ALMIGHTY God, cast not away Thy people who 
Jr\ cry unto Thee in their tribulation; but for the 
glory of Thy Name, be pleased to succor the afflicted; 
through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

64. For those in Affliction 

OLORD, look down from heaven, behold, visit and 
relieve Thy servants, for whom we offer our sup- 
plications; look upon them with the eyes of Thy mercy; 
give them comfort and sure confidence in Thee; defend 
them from the danger of the enemy, and keep them in 
perpetual peace and safety; through Jesus Christ, Thy 
Son, our Lord. Amen. 

65. For the Sick 
ALMIGHTY, Everlasting God, the eternal Salva- 

l\ tion of them that believe: Hear our prayers in 
behalf of Thy servants who are sick, for whom we im- 
plore the aid of Thy mercy, that being restored to 
health, they may render thanks to Thee in Thy Church; 
through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

66. For Mothers 

O ALMIGHTY, Everlasting God and Father, Crea- 
tor of all things, Who by Thy grace, through Thy 
Son, our Lord, makest the anguish of our human birth 



224 COLLECTS AND PRAYERS 

a holy and salutary cross: We pray Thee, gracious 
Father, Lord and God, that Thou wouldest preserve and 
guard the work of Thine own hand; forsake not them 
who cry to Thee in sore travail, but deliver them out of 
all their pains, to their joy, and to the glory of Thy 
goodness; through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, 
our Lord. Amen. 

67. For those who are innocently imprisoned 

ALMIGHTY God, Who didst bring the Apostle 
ii Peter forth out of prison: Have mercy upon all 
who are innocently imprisoned, and set them free from 
their bonds, that we may rejoice in their deliverance, 
and continually give praise to Thee; through Jesus 
Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

68. For our Enemies 

O ALMIGHTY, Everlasting God, Who, through 
Thine Only Son, our blessed Lord, hast com- 
manded us to love our enemies, to do good to them that 
hate us, and to pray for them that persecute us: We 
earnestly beseech Thee that by Thy gracious visitation 
they may be led to true repentance, and may have the 
same love, and be of one accord, and of one mind and 
heart with us, and with Thy whole Church; through the 
same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

69. In Time of Great Sickness 

A LMIGHTY and most Merciful God, our Heavenly 
l\ Father: We, Thine erring children, humbly con- 
fess unto Thee, that we have justly deserved the chasten- 
ing, which for our sins Thou hast sent upon us; but we 
entreat Thee, of Thy boundless goodness to grant us 
true repentance, graciously to forgive our sins, to re- 
move from us or to lighten our merited punishment and 
so to strengthen us by Thy grace that as obedient chil- 



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dren we may be subject to Thy will, and bear our 
afflictions in patience; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, 
our Lord. Amen. 

70. In Time of Drought 

OGOD, most Merciful Father, in this our necessity, 
we beseech Thee to open the windows of heaven, 
and to send a fruitful rain upon us, to revive the earth, 
and to refresh the fruits thereof, that we may praise and 
glorify Thy Name for this Thy mercy; through Jesus 
Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

71. In Time of Unseasonable Weather 

OLORD God, Heavenly Father, Who art gracious 
and merciful, and hast promised that Thou wilt 
hear us when we call upon Thee in our troubles: We 
beseech Thee, look not upon our sins and evil deeds, but 
upon our necessities, and according to Thy mercy send 
us such seasonable weather, that the earth may in due 
time yield her increase; that by Thy goodness we may 
receive our daily bread, and learn to know Thee as a 
merciful God, and evermore give thanks to Thee for 
Thy goodness; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. 
Amen. 

THE NATION 

72. For our Country 

A LMIGHTY God, Who hast given us a land, wherein 
l\, we are free to read and hear Thy Word, to confess 
Thy Name, and to labor together for the extension of 
Thy Kingdom: Grant, we beseech Thee, that the liberty 
vouchsafed unto us, may be continued to our children 
and our children's children, and that the power of the 
Gospel may here abound, to the blessing of all the 
nations of the earth, and to Thine eternal glory; through 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 



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73. For our Nation 

OGOD, Who by Thy Providence didst lead our 
forefathers to this land wherein they found refuge 
from oppression and freedom to worship Thee: We 
beseech Thee, ever to guide our Nation in the way of 
Thy truth and peace, so that we may never fail in the 
blessing which Thou hast promised to that people whose 
God is the Lord; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our 
Lord. Amen. 

74. For Those in Authority 

O MERCIFUL Father in heaven, Who holdest in 
Thy hand all the might of man, and Who hast 
ordained the powers that be for the punishment of evil- 
doers, and for the praise of them that do well, and of 
Whom is all rule and authority in the kingdoms of the 
world: We humbly beseech Thee, graciously regard 
Thy servants, the President of the United States, the 
Governor of this Commonwealth, our Judges and Magis- 
trates, and all the Rulers of the earth. May all that 
receive the sword, as Thy ministers, bear it according 
to Thy commandment. Enlighten and defend them by 
Thy Name, O God. Grant them wisdom and under- 
standing, that, under their peaceable governance, Thy 
people may be guarded and directed in righteousness, 
quietness, and unity. Protect and prolong their lives, 
O God of our salvation, that we, with them, may show 
forth the praise of Thy Name; through Jesus Christ, 
Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

75. In Time of National Distress 

OLORD God, Heavenly Father: We humbly confess 
unto Thee that by our evil doings and continual 
disobedience, we have deserved these Thy chastise- 
ments; but we earnestly beseech Thee, for Thy Name's 
sake, to spare us; restrain the harmful power of the 
enemy, and succor Thy suffering people; that Thy Word 
may be declared faithfully and without hinderance, and 



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that we, amending our sinful lives, may walk obediently 
to Thy holy commandments; through Jesus Christ, Thy 
Son, our Lord. Amen, 

76. In Time of National Distress 

LOOK mercifully, O Lord, we beseech Thee, on the 
J affliction of Thy people; and let not our sins de- 
stroy us, but let Thine almighty mercy' save us; through 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

77. In Time of National Distress 

MOST Loving and Gracious Lord God, Who for 
our many grievous sins art pleased sorely to 
chasten us: We flee to Thy tender and fatherly com- 
passion alone, beseeching Thee that, as a father pitieth 
his children, Thou wouldest pity us miserable sinners; 
turn away Thy righteous wrath, and give us not over to 
deserved death, but deliver us, that we may now and 
evermore praise Thee, O gracious God and Father, 
Who desirest not the death of a sinner, but rather that 
he may turn from his wickedness and live; through 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

78. National Thanksgiving 

ALMIGHTY God, our Heavenly Father, Whose 
ii mercies are new unto us every morning, and Who, 
though we have in no wise deserved Thy goodness, dost 
abundantly provide for all our wants of body and soul : 
Give us, we pray Thee, Thy Holy Spirit, that we may 
heartily acknowledge Thy merciful goodness toward us, 
give thanks for all Thy benefits, and serve Thee in 
willing obedience; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our 
Lord. Amen. 

79. National Thanksgiving 

LMIGHTY and most Merciful God, Who in Thy 
fatherlv wisdom hast chastened us on account of 



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228 COLLECTS AND PRAYERS 

our sins, that we might not continue in impenitence and 
vain confidence, and thus perish with the ungodly : We 
give Thee most hearty thanks and praise that in the 
midst of wrath Thou hast remembered mercy, turning 
away from us Thy just anger, and hast graciously de- 
livered us out of our affliction; through Jesus Christ, 
Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

THANKSGIVING 

80. For the Blessings of Redemption 

OLORD God, Heavenly Father, we give Thee 
thanks, that of Thy great goodness and mercy, 
Thou didst suffer Thine Only-begotten Son to become 
Incarnate, and to redeem us from sin and everlasting 
death; and we beseech Thee, enlighten our hearts by 
Thy Holy Spirit, that we may evermore yield Thee 
unfeigned thanks for this Thy grace, and may comfort 
ourselves with the same in all time of tribulation and 
temptation; through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, 
our Lord. Amen. 

81. General 

OLORD God, Heavenly Father, from Whom with- 
out ceasing we receive exceeding abundantly all 
good gifts, and Who daily of Thy pure grace guardest 
us against all evil : Grant us, we beseech Thee, Thy Holy 
Spirit, that acknowledging with our whole heart all this 
Thy goodness, we may now and evermore thank and 
praise Thy loving kindness and tender mercy; through 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

FOR ANSWER TO PRAYER 

82. For Answer to Prayer 

A LMIGHTY God, Who hast given us grace at this 
11 time with one accord to make our common sup- 
plications unto Thee; and dost promise that when two 



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or three are gathered together in Thy Name, Thou wilt 
grant their requests: Fulfill now, O Lord, the desires 
and petitions of Thy servants, as maybe most expedient 
for them; granting us in this world knowledge of Thy 
truth, and in the world to come life everlasting; Who 
livest and reignest, with the Father and the Holy 
Ghost, ever One God, world without end. Amen. 

83. For Answer to Prayer 

A LMIGHTY God, the Fountain of all wisdom, Who 
a\ knowest our necessities before we ask, and our ig- 
norance in asking: We beseech Thee to have compassion 
upon our infirmities; and those things which for our 
unworthiness we dare not, and for our blindness we 
cannot ask, vouchsafe to give us, for the worthiness of 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

84. For Answer to Prayer 

ALMIGHTY God, Who hast promised to hear the 
J~\ petitions of those who ask in Thy Son's Name: 
We beseech Thee mercifully to incline Thine ear to us 
who have now made our prayers and supplications unto 
Thee; and grant that those things which we have faith- 
fully asked according to Thy will, may effectually be 
obtained, to the relief of our necessities, and to the 
setting forth of Thy glory; through the same Jesus 
Christ. Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

ADDITIONAL COLLECTS 

85. For the Xation 

OGOD, Who in this land hast made the people the 
ministers of Thy just rule: So turn their hearts 
unto Thee, that holding their citizenship as a trust from 
Thee, they may guard, defend and use it according to 
Thy will, and that, serving Thee with willing, joyful and 
obedient hearts, they may cherish their freedom as a 



230 COLLECTS AND PRAYERS 

blessing of Thy Gospel, and strive to bring it unto all 
peoples; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. 
Amen. 

86. For the President, and Those in Authority 

ALMIGHTY and Everlasting God, we humbly im- 
jl\ plore Thee graciously to regard the President of 
the United States, his counsellors, and' all others in 
authority over us, that, guided by Thy Holy Spirit, 
they may be high in purpose, wise in counsel, unwaver- 
ing in duty, and in the administration of their solemn 
charge may wholly serve Thy will, uphold the honor of 
our Nation, secure the protection of our people, and 
bring victory to our righteous cause; through Jesus 
Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 



87. For the Church in Time of War 

OLORD God of our Fathers, Whose merciful ear is 
open unto our prayer, and from Whom alone must 
come our help: Regard in compassion Thy people, upon 
whom has fallen the scourge of war, that they may take 
to heart Thy righteous judgments, be prepared for all 
trials, sustained and comforted in all distresses, and be 
graciously delivered, in Thine own time and way, from 
all threatening calamities; through Jesus Christ, Thy 
Son, our Lord. Amen. 

88. For the Church in Time of War 

OLORD Jesus Christ, Who didst establish Thy 
Church on earth, and didst command Thy dis- 
ciples to be Thy witnesses among all nations: Grant 
unto Thy faithful people, amid the labors and distresses 
of this present time, boldness to confess Thy Name; 
enable them, by Thy Holy Spirit, to be among their 
fellowmen as those who serve, turning the hearts of 



COLLECTS AND PRAYERS 231 

men to Thee, uplifting the weak, comforting the sor- 
rowing, and speaking peace to the desolate and afflicted; 
Thou Who livest and reignest with the Father and the 
Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. Amen. 

89. For the Church in Time of War 

OLORD Jesus Christ, Who hast promised to be 
with us alway, even unto the end of the world : Let 
the trials and sorrows of Thy suffering members, where- 
soever thev may be, graciouslv come before Thee: hal- 
low their afflictions by Thy loving Presence, strengthen 
them to endure hardship, and enable them to carry their 
cross after Thee and be faithful unto death, that, at the 
last, they may come to the glory which Thou shalt re- 
veal, where Thou livest and reignest with the Father 
in the Unity of the Holy Ghost, One God, world without 
end. Amen. 

90. For the Army 

OGOD, Who art a Shield and Buckler to all who 
trust in Thee: Stretch forth Thy mighty hand 
over the Army of the United States and those who serve 
therein; that, strengthened with Thy might, they may 
be enabled to overcome every threatening danger, and 
be to our Land a sure defence against all our foes; 
through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

91. For the Navy 

OLORD Jesus Christ, at Wliose word of peace the 
waves of the sea were still: Preserve, we beseech 
Thee, the Navy of the United States, and those who serve 
therein, from the perils of great waters and the snares 
and violence of our enemies, that they may guard our 
Land against all those who would destroy or straiten its 
liberties, so that all the inhabitants thereof may have 
peace and freedom to serve Thee; Who livest and reign- 



232 COLLECTS AND PRAYERS 

est with the Father and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, 
world without end. Amen. 



92. For Those in Our Country's Service in Time of War 

ALMIGHTY God, our Heavenly Father, let Thy 
±\. protection be upon all those who are in the service 
of our Country, guarding them from all harm and 
danger of body and soul; sustain and comfort those at 
home, especially in their hours of loneliness, anxiety, 
and sorrows prepare the dying for death and the living 
for Thy service; give success to our arms on land and 
sea and in the air; and grant unto us and all nations a 
speedy, just and lasting peace, to the glory of Thy 
Name and the coming of Thy Kingdom; through Jesus 
Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 



93. For Chaplains 

LET Thine especial blessing, O Gracious Father, rest 
J upon the Chaplains in the Army and Navy, and 
upon all who minister to the souls of those who go forth 
to war; grant them the help of Thy Holy Spirit, cour- 
ageously to war against sin, and to lead men to Christ as 
the only Saviour; grant them grace and strength to 
follow His example in their life and conversation; and 
so bless all their ministrations that they may awaken 
the careless, strengthen the weak, confirm and encour- 
age the doubting and despondent, comfort the suffering 
and speak peace to the dying; through the same Jesus 
Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

94. For the Ministry of Mercy 

OMOST Merciful Father, Who dost commit to our 
love and care our fellowmen in their necessities: 
Graciously be with and prosper all those who are seek- 
ing and ministering to the sick and wounded; let their 



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ministry be abundantly blessed in bringing ease to the 
suffering, comfort to the sorrowing, and peace to the 
dying, knowing that inasmuch as they do it unto the 
least of these, Christ's brethren, they do it unto Him, 
Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, 
ever One God, world without end. Amen. 

95. For the Sick, Wounded and Captives 

ALMIGHTY and Everlasting God, the Consolation 
xY of the sorrowful, and the Strength of the weak: 
May the prayers of them that in any tribulation or dis- 
tress cry unto Thee, graciously come before Thee: 
especially the prayers of those who are sick or wounded, 
in peril of death, or held captive in the power of the 
enemy; so that in all their necessities they may mark 
and receive Thy manifold help and comfort; through 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

96. For the Bereaved 

HAVE compassion, O Lord, upon all who mourn and 
upon all who are lonely and desolate; be Thou 
their Comforter and Friend: give them such earthly 
solace as Thou seest to be best for them, and, bringing 
them to fuller knowledge of Thy love, do Thou wipe 
away all their tears; for the sake of Jesus Christ, our 
Lord. Amen. 

97. For Victory 

OGOD, our Refuge and Strength, our very present 
Help in trouble : Protect and prosper, we beseech 
Thee, our beloved Country in this time of war: make of 
us, by Thy grace, a people worthy to be entrusted with 
victory; and so use, direct and bless our Army and 
Xavy that they may be Thy chosen instruments in 
overcoming wrong and establishing liberty, truth and 
righteousness in the earth; through Jesus Christ, Thy 
Son, our Lord. Amen. 



234 COLLECTS AND PRAYERS 

98. For Peace 

ETERNAL Father, Who in the sending of Thy Son, 
Jesus Christ, our Lord, didst speak Peace to the 
world, and in the Blood of His Cross hast opened to all 
mankind the Way to peace with Thee: Turn all men 
to the Cross, and fire every heart with Thy Holy Spirit 
that all may accept in Christ the way of life, that fol- 
lowing His holy example and burning with His zeal of 
service, all men may become one brotherhood in Him, 
and Thy peace possess every heart and rule in all the 
nations of the world; through the same Jesus Christ, 
Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

99. For the Discomfiture of the Enemies of the Nation 

OLORD God Almighty, Who alone riddest away 
tyrants and stillest the noise and tumult of the 
people : Scatter, we beseech Thee, the counsels of them 
that secretly devise mischief, and bring the dealings of 
the violent to naught; cast down the unjust from high 
places and cause the unruly to cease from troubling; 
put down all envious and malicious passions and subdue 
the haters and evil-doers, that the whole world may 
have rest before Thee and that all nations may serve 
Thee; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 



100. For the Maintenance of the Gospel 

\ LMIGHTY God, our Heavenly Father, Who givest 
jLY. us our daily bread in answer to our prayers: 
Withhold not from us, nor from our children's children, 
nor from our land, nor from the people of any nation of 
the earth, the Bread of Life; but grant that the living 
seed of Thy Word may everywhere be sown plenteously, 
and that the fruits thereof may abound, by Thy grace, 
unto life everlasting; through the same Jesus Christ, 
Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 



COLLECTS AND PRAYERS 235 

101. For the Parents and Friends of Men in the Service 

OUR Father, Who art in Heaven, the Comfort and 
Help of Thy people in all times : Be Thou near to 
all who are lonely and sad because of the absence of 
loved ones in the service of our Country; be Thou their 
strength and stay in the time of sore trial, and help 
them to cast all their burdens upon Thee; comfort all 
who have been bereaved, giving to them the spirit of 
submission and an abiding faith in Thee and in Thy 
Word, and fill their hearts with Thy peace; through 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen, 



GENERAL PRAYERS 



THE LITANY 

If The Litany may be used at The Service on Sundays, except on Fes- 
tivals or when there is a Communion. 

If It may be used at Matins and Vespers, except on Festivals; the ancient 
Litany Days being Wednesday and Friday. 

If It may be used alone on Days of Humiliation and Prayer, or as a 
Penitential Office, or at specially appointed times. 

Tf When said at The Service, it shall be used instead of the Form of 
General Prayer there appointed, and be followed by a Hymn and the 
Benediction. 

1f When said at Matins or Vespers, it shall immediately follow the 
Canticle, and after it shall be said the Benedicamus and the- Benedic- 
tion. 

If When used as a special Office, the Order shall be: The Minister shall 
say: In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy 
Ghost. 1$. Amen. Then shall be said one or more of the Psalms 
with the Gloria Patri. A brief Lesson with the Response, and a 
Hymn may follow. Then shall the Litany be said, and after the 
last Collect shall follow this Benediction: The Blessing of Almighty 
God, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost, be with you all. 
ty. Amen. 

If The Responses shall be sung or said by the Congregation. 

LORD, have mercy upon us. 
J ty. Lord, have mercy upon us. 
Christ, have mercy upon us. 

15/. Christ, have mercy upon us. 
Lord, have mercy upon us. 
I?/. Lord, have mercy upon us. 

O Christ, hear us. 
I?T. O Christ, hear us. 

O God, the Father in heaven: 

1$. Have mercy upon us. 
O God the Son, Redeemer of the world: 

ty. Have mercy upon us. 
O God, the Holy Ghost: 

I?7. Have mercy upon us. 



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Be gracious unto us. 

BJ. Spare us, good Lord. 
Be gracious unto us. 

BJ. Help us, good Lord. 

From all sin; 
From all error; 
From all evil: 

B/. Good Lord, deliver us. 

From the crafts and assaults of the devil; 
From sudden and evil death; 
From pestilence and famine; 
From war and bloodshed; 
From sedition and rebellion; 
From lightning and tempest; 
From all calamity by fire and water; 
And from everlasting death : 
Bf. Good Lord, deliver us. 

By the mystery of Thy holy Incarnation; 
By Thy holy Nativity; 

By Thy Baptism, Fasting, and Temptation; 
By Thine Agony and Bloody Sweat; 
By Thy Cross and Passion; 
By Thy precious Death and Burial; 
By Thy glorious Resurrection and Ascension; 
And by the coining of the Holy Ghost, the Comforter 
Bf. Help us, good Lord. 

In all time of our tribulation; 
In all time of our prosperity; 
In the hour of death; 
And in the day of judgment: 
B/. Help us, good Lord. 

We poor sinners do beseech Thee; 
Bf. To hear us, O Lord God. 



238 GENERAL PRAYERS 

And to rule and govern Thy holy Christian Church; 

To preserve all pastors and ministers of Thy Church 
in the true knowledge and understanding of Thy Word, 
and in holiness of life ; 

To put an end to all schisms and causes of offence; 

To bring into the way of truth all such as have erred, 
and are deceived; 

To beat down Satan under our feet; 

To send faithful laborers into Thy harvest; 

To accompany Thy Word with Thy Spirit and grace; 

To raise up them that fall, and to strengthen such as 
do stand; 

And to comfort and help the weak-hearted and the 
distressed : 

B/. We beseech Thee to hear us, good Lord. 

To give to all nations peace and concord; 

To preserve our country from discord and conten- 
tion; 

To give to our nation perpetual victory over all its 
enemies; 

To direct and defend our President, and all in author- 
ity; 

And to bless and keep our magistrates, and all our 
people : 

ty. We beseech Thee to hear us, good Lord. 

To behold and succor all who are in danger, necessity, 
and tribulation; 

To protect all who travel by land or water; 

To preserve all women in the perils of childbirth; 

To strengthen and keep all sick persons and young 
children; 

To set free all who are innocently imprisoned; 

To defend and provide for all fatherless children and 
widows ; 

And to have mercy upon all men: 

I?/. We beseech Thee to hear us, good Lord. 



THE LITANY 239 



To forgive our enemies, persecutors, and slanderers, 
and to turn their hearts; 

To give and preserve to our use the fruits of the 
earth; 

And graciously to hear our prayers: 

ty. We beseech Thee to hear us, good Lord. 

O Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God; 
ty. We beseech Thee to hear us. 

O Lamb of God, that takest away the sin of the 
world; 

I#. Have mercy upon us. 
O Lamb of God, that takest away the sin of the 
world; 

ty. Have mercy upon us. 
O Lamb of God, that takest away the sin of the 
world; 

B?. Grant us Thy peace. 

O Christ, hear us. 
ty. Christ, hear us. 

Lord, have mercy upon us. 

1$. Lord, have mercy upon us. 
Christ, have mercy upon us. 

I#. Christ, have mercy upon us. 
Lord, have mercy upon us. 

157. Lord, have mercy upon us. Amen. 

^f Then shall the Minister, and the Congregation uith him, say the 

Lord's Prayer. 

OUR Father, Who art in heaven; Hallowed be Thy 
Name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on 
earth, as it is in heaven; Give us this day our daily 
bread; And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those 
who trespass against us; And lead us not into tempta- 
tion; But deliver us from evil; For Thine is the king- 
dom, and the power, and the glory, forever and ever. 
Amen. 



240 GENERAL PRAYERS 

If Then may the Minister say the Collect for the Day, except when 
The Litany is used at The Service. Then may be said one or more 
of the Litany Collects here following. 



f. O Lord, deal not with us after our sins. 

37. Neither reward us according to our iniquities. 

A LMIGHTY God, our Heavenly Father, Who desir- 
l\ est not the death of a sinner, but rather that he 
should turn from his evil way and live: We beseech Thee 
graciously to turn from us those punishments which we 
by our sins have deserved, and to grant us grace ever 
hereafter to serve Thee in holiness and pureness of 
living; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. 
Amen. 

f. Help us, O God of our salvation, for the glory of Thy Name. 
1$. Deliver us, and purge away our sins, for Thy Name's sake. 

ALMIGHTY and Everlasting God, Who by Thy 
±\. Holy Spirit dost govern and sanctify the whole 
Christian Church : Hear our prayers for all members of 
the same, and mercifully grant, that by Thy grace they 
may serve Thee in true faith; through Jesus Christ, Thy 
Son, our Lord. Amen. 



~f. O Lord, deal not with us after our sins. 

ty. Neither reward us according to our iniquities. 

OGOD, Merciful Father, Who despisest not the 
sighing of a contrite heart, nor the desire of such 
as are sorrowful : Mercifully assist our prayers which we 
make before Thee in all our troubles and adversities, 
whensoever they oppress us; and graciously hear us, 
that those evils which the craft and subtilty of the 
devil or man worketh against us, may, by Thy good 
providence, be brought to naught; that we Thy ser- 
vants, being hurt by no persecutions, may evermore give 



THE LITANY 241 



thanks unto Thee in Thy holy Church; through Jesus 
Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

4 

S- O Lord, enter not into judgment with Thy servant. 
I}. 7 . For in Thy sight shall no man living be justified. 

A LMIGHTY God, Who knowest us to be set in the 

iV midst of so many and great dangers, that by reason 
of the frailty of our nature we cannot always stand up- 
right: Grant us such strength and protection, as may 
support us in all dangers, and carry us through all 
temptations; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. 
Amen. 



Y. Call upon Me in the day of trouble. 

^T. I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify Me. 

SPARE us, O Lord, and mercifully forgive us our 
sins, and though by our continual transgressions we 
have merited Thy punishments, be gracious unto us, 
and grant that all those evils which we have deserved, 
may be turned from us, and overruled to our everlasting 
good; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

6 

y . The Lord will give strength unto His people. 
IT. The Lord will bless His people with peace. 

OGOD, from Whom all holy desires, all good coun- 
sels, and all just works do proceed: Give unto Thy 
servants that peace, which the world cannot give; that 
our hearts may be set to obey Thy commandments, and 
also that by Thee, we, being defended from the fear of 
our enemies, may pass our time in rest and quietness; 
through the merits of Jesus Christ our Saviour, Who 
liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever 
One God, world without end. Amen. 



242 GENERAL PRAYERS 

THE SUFFRAGES 

If The Suffrages may be used at Matins or Vespers in the same manner 
as the Litany. {See Litany Rubrics, p. 236.) 

LORD, have mercy upon us. 
J 1$/. Lord, have mercy upon us. 
Christ, have mercy upon us. 

1$. Christ, have mercy upon us. 
Lord, have mercy upon us. 
ty. Lord, have mercy upon us. 

OUR Father, Who art in heaven; Hallowed be Thy 
Name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on 
earth, as it is in heaven; Give us this day our daily 
bread; And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive 
those who trespass against us; And lead us not into 
temptation; 

I#. But deliver us from evil. 

IS AID; O Lord, be merciful unto me; 
1^. Heal my soul; for I have sinned against Thee. 
Return, O Lord, how long? 

1$. And let it repent Thee concerning Thy servants. 
Let Thy mercy, O Lord, be upon us; 

1$. According as we hope in Thee. 
Let Thy priests be clothed with righteousness; 

B?. And let Thy saints shout for joy. 
O Lord, save our rulers; 

I#: Let the King hear us when we call. 
Save Thy people, and bless Thine inheritance; 

I$7. Feed them also, and lift them up for ever. 
Remember Thy congregation; 

1$/. Which Thou hast purchased of old. 
Peace be within thy walls; 

1$. And prosperity within thy palaces. 
Let us pray for our absent brethren; 

B/. O Thou, our God, save Thy servants that trust 
in Thee. 



THE SUFFRAGES 243 



Let us pray for the broken-hearted and the captives; 

B?. Redeem Israel, God, out of all his troubles. 
Send them help from the Sanctuary; 

ty. And strengthen them out of Zion. 
Hear my prayer, Lord; 

Bf. And let my cry come unto Thee. 

If At Matins may then be said responsively the Psalm (130), De pro- 
fundis; and at Vespers may be said the Psalm (51), Miserere mei. 

IT Then shall be said: 

TURN us again, O God of hosts; 
BJ. Cause Thy face to shine and we shall be 
saved. 

x\rise, O Christ, for our help; 

B/. And redeem us, for Thy mercy's sake. 
Hear my prayer, O Lord; 

Bjf. And let my cry come unto Thee. 

The Lord be with you. 

B?. And with thy spirit. 
Let us pray. 

% Then shall the Minister say the Collect for the Day, after which 
he may say any other suitable Collects, ending with this Collect for 
Peace. 

GIVE peace in our days, O Lord: 
BJ. Because there is none other that fighteth for 
us, except Thou, our God. 

O Lord, let there be peace in Thy strength: 

R 7 . And abundance in Thy towers. 
Let us pray. 

OGOD, from Whom all holy desires, all good coun- 
sels, and all just works do proceed: Give unto Thy 
servants that peace, which the world cannot give; that 
our hearts may be set to obey Thy commandments, and 
also that by Thee, we, being defended from the fear of 



244 GENERAL PRAYERS 

our enemies, may pass our time in rest and quietness; 
through the merits of Jesus Christ our Saviour, Who 
liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever 
One God, world without end. Amen. 

1f Then may be sung or said the Benedicamus. 

Bless we the Lord. 
I?/. Thanks be to God. 

If Then shall be said the Benediction. 

THE Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the Love 
of God, and the Communion of the Holy Ghost, be 
with you all. Amen, 



THE MORNING SUFFRAGES 

If -The Morning Suffrages may be said at Matins, or in the Morning 
Prayer of the Household, or alone as a brief Morning Office. 

Tf When said at Matins, the Morning Suffrages shall immediately fol- 
low the Canticle. 

Tf When used as a special Morning Office, the Morning Suffrages shall 
begin: f. In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the 
Holy Ghost, ty. Amen. After the Creed shall follow a Psalm, a 
brief Lesson with the Response and a Hymn; and after the Bene- 
dicamus shall be said this Benediction: The Blessing of Almighty 
God, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost, be with you all. 
I#. Amen. 



L° 



ORD, have m^rcy upon us. 

]#. Lord, have mercy upon us. 
Christ, have mercy upon us. 

ty. Christ, have mercy upon us. 
Lord, have mercy upon us. 

Ity. Lord, have mercy upon us. 

If Then shall all say the Lord's Prayer and the Apostles' Creed: 

OUR Father, Who art in heaven; Hallowed be Thy 
Name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on 



THE MORXIXG SUFFRAGES 245 

earth, as it is in heaven; Give us this day our daily 
bread; And forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those 
who trespass against us; And lead us not into tempta- 
tion; But deliver us from evil; For Thine is the kingdom, 
and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen. 

I BELIEVE in God the Father Almighty, Maker of 
heaven and earth. 

And in Jesus Christ His only Son, our Lord; Who was 
conceived by the Holy Ghost, Born of the Virgin Mary; 
Suffered under Pontius Pilate, Was crucified, dead, and 
buried; He descended into hell; The third day He rose 
again from the dead; He ascended into heaven, And 
sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; 
From thence He shall come to judge the quick and the 
dead. 

I believe in the Holv Ghost; The holv Christian 
Church, the Communion of Saints; The Forgiveness of 
sins; The Resurrection of the body; And the Life ever- 
lasting. Amen. 

If When the Morning Suffrages are used as a Special Office, here shall 
follow the Psalm, the Lesson, and the Hymn. 

If Then shall the Minister say: 

UXTO Thee have I cried, O Lord : 
B?. And in the morning shall my prayer prevent 
Thee. 

Let my mouth be filled with Thy praise : 

ty. And with Thy honor all the day. 
O Lord, hide Thy face from my sins : 

ty. And blot out all mine iniquities. 
Create in me a clean heart, O God: 

ty. x\nd renew a right spirit within me. 
Cast me not away from Thy presence : 

R 7 . And take not Thy Holy Spirit from me. 
Restore unto me the joy of Thy salvation: 
R r . And uphold me with Thy free Spirit. 



246 GENERAL PRAYERS 

Vouchsafe, Lord, this day: 

T$. To keep us without sin. 
Have mercy upon us, O Lord: 

I?/. Have mercy upon us. 
O Lord, let Thy mercy be upon us: 

Itf. As our trust is in Thee. 
Hear my prayer, O Lord : 

BJ. And let my cry come unto Thee. 

The Lord be with you. 

ty. And with thy spirit. 
Let us pray. 

Tf Then shall be said the Collect for the Day, and any other suitable 
Collects; after which may be said the Prayer here following. 

WE give thanks unto Thee, Heavenly Father, 
through Jesus Christ, Thy dear Son, that Thou 
hast protected us through the night from all danger and 
harm; and we beseech Thee to preserve and keep us, this 
day also, from all sin and evil; that in all our thoughts, 
words and deeds, we may serve and please Thee. Into 
Thy hands we commend our bodies and souls, and all 
that is ours. Let Thy holy angel have charge concern- 
ing us, that the wicked one have no power over us. 
Amen. 

*h Then may be said the Benedicamus. 

Bless we the Lord. 
I?/. Thanks be to God. 

If Then shall be said the Benediction. 

THE Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the Love 
of God, and the Communion of the Holy Ghost, be 
with you all. Amen. 



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THE EVENING SUFFRAGES 

*[ The Evening Suffrages may be said at Vespers, or in the Evening 
Prayer of the Household, or alone as a brief Evening Office. 

If When said at Vespers, the Evening Suffrages shall immediately fol- 
low the Canticle. 

^\ When used as a special Evening Office, the Evening Suffrages shall 
begin: V. In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the 
Holy Ghost. RT. Amen. After the Creed shall folloic a Psalm, a 
brief Lesson irith the Response, and a Hymn; and after the Bene- 
dicamus shall be said this Benediction: The Blessing of Almighty 
God, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost, be with you all. 
R". Amen. 

LORD, have mercy upon us. 
A JSf. Lord, have mercy upon us. 
Christ, have mercy upon us. 

1$. Christ, have mercy upon us. 
Lord, have mercy upon us. 
J$. Lord, have mercy upon us. 

1f Then shall all say: 

OUR Father, Who art in heaven; Hallowed be Thy 
Name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on 
earth, as it is in heaven; Give us this day our daily 
bread; And forgive us our trespasses, as w^e forgive 
those who trespass against us; And lead us not into 
temptation; But deliver us from evil; For Thine is the 
kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and 
ever. Amen. 

I BELIEVE in God the Father Almighty, Maker of 
heaven and earth. 

And in Jesus Christ His only Son, our Lord; Who was 
conceived by the Holy Ghost, Born of the Virgin Mary; 
Suffered under Pontius Pilate, Was crucified, dead, and 
buried; He descended into hell; The third day He rose 
again from the dead; He ascended into heaven, And 
sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; 
From thence He shall come to judge the quick and the 
dead. 



248 GENERAL PRAYERS 

I believe in the Holy Ghost; The holy Christian 
Church, the Communion of Saints; The Forgiveness of 
sins; The Resurrection of the body; And the Life ever- 
lasting. Amen. 

If When the Evening Suffrages are used as a Special Office, here shall 
follow the Psalm, the Lesson, and the Hymn. 

1f Then shall the Minister say: 

BLESSED art Thou, O Lord God of our fathers: 
RJ. And greatly to be praised and glorified, for- 
ever. 

Bless we the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Ghost : 

ty. We praise and magnify Him forever. 
Blessed art Thou, O Lord, in the firmament of heaven : 
I#. And greatly to be praised, and glorified, and 
highly exalted forever. 

The Almighty and Merciful Lord, bless and preserve 
us. 

I?/. Amen. 
Vouchsafe, O Lord, this night: 
I#. To keep us without sin. 
O Lord, have mercy upon us. 

I#. Have mercy upon us. 
O Lord, let Thy mercy be upon us : 

ty. As our trust is in Thee. 
Hear my prayer, O Lord : 

I}/. And let my cry come unto Thee. 

The Lord be with you. 

ty. And with thy spirit. 
Let us pray. 

If Then shall be said the Collect for the Day, and any other suitable 
Collects; after which may be said the Prayer here folloicing: 

WE give thanks unto Thee, Heavenly Father, 
through Jesus Christ, Thy dear Son, that Thou 
hast this day so graciously protected us, and we beseech 
Thee to forgive us all our sins, and the wrong which we 
have done, and by Thy great mercy defend us from all 



THE BIDDING PRAYER 249 

the perils and dangers of this night. Into Thy hands 
we commend our bodies and souls, and all that is ours. 
Let Thy holy angel have charge concerning us, that the 
wicked one have no power over us. Amen. 

If Then may be said the Benedicamus. 

Bless we the Lord. 

Jtf. Thanks be to God. 

If Then shall be said the Benediction. 

THE Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the Love 
of God, and the Communion of the Holy Ghost, be 
with you all. Amen. 



THE BIDDING PRAYER 

% By ancient usage this Prayer was specially appointed for 
Good Friday. 

If It may also be used on Wednesdays and Fridays in Lent. 

BRETHREN, let us pray for the whole Christian 
Church, that our Lord God would vouchsafe to 
defend it against all the assaults and temptations of the 
adversary, and to keep it perpetually upon the true 
foundation, Jesus Christ. 

A LMIGHTY and Everlasting God, Who hast re- 
Ijl vealed Thy glory to all nations in Jesus Christ and 
the word of His truth: Keep, we beseech Thee, in safety 
the works of Thy mercy, that so Thy Church, spread 
throughout all nations, may serve Thee in true faith, 
and persevere in the confession of Thy Name; through 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

Let us pray for the Ministers of the Word, for all 
estates of men in the Church, and for all the people of 

God. 



250 GENERAL PRAYERS 

ALMIGHTY and Everlasting God, by Whose 
l Spirit the whole body of the Church is governed 
and sanctified: Receive our supplications and prayers, 
which we offer before Thee for all estates of men 
in Thy holy Church, that every member of the 
same, in his vocation and ministry, may truly, and godly 
serve Thee; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. 
Amen. 

Let us pray for our Catechumens, that our Lord God 
would open their hearts and the door of His mercy, that 
having received the remission of all their sins by the 
washing of regeneration, they may be mindful of their 
baptismal covenant, and evermore be found in Christ 
Jesus our Lord. 

A LMIGHTY and Everlasting God, Who dost always 
1JL multiply Thy Church, and with Thy light and 
grace dost strengthen the hearts of those whom Thou 
hast regenerated, confirming unto them Thy covenant 
and faithfulness: Grant unto our Catechumens increase 
both of faith and knowledge, that they may rejoice in 
their Baptism and really and heartily renew their cove- 
nant with Thee; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our 
Lord. Amen. 

Let us pray for all in authority, and especially for the 
Government of the United States, that we may lead a 
quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty. 

O MERCIFUL Father in heaven, Who holdest 
in Thy hand all the might of man, and Who hast 
ordained the powers that be for the punishment of evil- 
doers, and for the praise of them that do well, and of 
Whom is all rule and authority in the kingdoms of the 
world: We humbly beseech Thee, graciously regard 
Thy servants, the President of the United States, the 
Governor of this Commonwealth, our Judges and Magis- 
trates, and all the Rulers of the earth; that all who re- 



THE BIDDING PRAYER 251 

ceive the sword, as Thy ministers, may bear it according 
to Thy commandment; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, 
our Lord. Amen. 

Let us pray our Lord God Almighty that He would 
deliver the world from all error, take away disease, ward 
off famine, open the prisons, set free those in bondage, 
grant a safe return to the ivayfarers, health to the sick, 
and to our mariners a harbor of security. 

ALMIGHTY and Everlasting God, the Consolation 
l of the sorrowful, and the Strength of the weak: 
May the prayers of them that in any tribulation or dis- 
tress cry unto Thee graciously come before Thee, so 
that in all their necessities they may mark and receive 
Thy manifold help and comfort; through Jesus Christ, 
Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

r Here may be said Collects 45, 56 and 57 (Collects and Prayers, 

p. 207). 

Let us pray for peace, that we may come to the 
knowledge of God's holy Word, and walk before Him as- 
become th Christians. 

ALMIGHTY and Everlasting God, King of Glory, 
A~\ and Lord of heaven and earth, by Whose 
Spirit all things are governed, by Whose providence 
all things are ordered, Who art the God of peace, and 
the Author of all concord: Grant us, we beseech Thee, 
Thy heavenly peace and concord, that we may 
serve Thee in true fear, to the praise and glory of 
Thy Name; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. 
Amen. 

Let us pray for our enemies, that God would remem- 
ber them in mercy, and graciously vouchsafe unto them 
such things as are both needful for them and profitable 
unto their salvation. 



252 GENERAL PRAYERS 

O ALMIGHTY, Everlasting God, Who, through 
Thine Only Son, our blessed Lord, hast com- 
manded us to love our enemies, to do good to them that 
hate us, and to pray for them that persecute us: We 
earnestly beseech Thee, that by Thy gracious visita- 
tion all our enemies may be led to true repentance, 
and may have the same love, and be of one accord 
and of one mind and heart, with us and with Thy 
whole Christian Church ; through the same Jesus 
Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

Let us pray for the fruits of the earth, that God would 
send down His blessing upon them, and graciously dis- 
pose our hearts to enjoy them in submission to His holy 
will. 

OLORD, Father Almighty, Who by Thy Word hast 
created and dost bless and uphold all things : We 
pray Thee so to reveal unto us Thy Word, our Lord 
Jesus Christ, that He dwelling in our hearts, we may 
by Thy grace be made meet to receive Thy blessing on 
.all the fruits of the earth, and whatsoever pertains to 
our bodily need; through the same Jesus Christ, Thy 
Son, our Lord. Amen. 

Finally, let us pray for all those things for which our 
Lord would have us ask, saying: 

OUR Father, Who art in heaven; Hallowed be Thy 
Name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on 
earth, as it is in heaven; Give us this day our daily 
bread; And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those 
who trespass against us; And lead us not into tempta- 
tion; But deliver us from evil; For Thine is the king- 
dom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. 
Amen. 



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A LMIGHTY and Everlasting God, Who art worthy 
.Ijl to be had in reverence by all the children of men, 
we give Thee most humble and hearty thanks for the 
innumerable blessings, both temporal and spiritual, 
which, without any merit or worthiness on our part, 
Thou hast bestowed upon us. 

We praise Thee, especially, that Thou hast preserved 
unto us, in their purity, Thy saving Word, and the 
sacred ordinances of Thy house. And we beseech Thee, 
O Lord, to grant and preserve unto Thy holy Church, 
throughout the world, purity of doctrine, and faithful 
pastors who shall preach Thy Word with power; and 
help all who hear, rightly to understand, and truly to 
believe the same. Be Thou the Protector and Defender 
of Thy people in all time of tribulation and danger; 
and may we, in communion with Thy Church, and in 
brotherly unity with all our fellow-Christians, fight the 
good fight of faith, and in the end receive the salvation 
of our souls. 

Bestow Thy grace upon all the nations of the earth. 
Especially do we entreat Thee to bless our land, and all 
its inhabitants, and all who are in authority. Cause 
Thy glory to dwell among us, and let mercy and truth, 
righteousness and peace, everywhere prevail. To this 
end, we commend to Thy care all our schools, and 
pray Thee to make them nurseries of useful knowledge 
and of Christian virtues, that they may bring forth the 
wholesome fruits of life. 

Graciously defend us from all calamities by fire and 
water, from war and pestilence, from scarcity and 
famine. Protect and prosper every one in his ap- 
propriate calling, and cause all useful arts to flourish 
among us. Be Thou the God and Father of the widow 
and the fatherless children, the Helper of the sick and 
needy, and the Comforter of the forsaken and dis- 
tressed. 



254 GENERAL PRAYERS 

If Here special Supplications, Intercessions, and Prayers may be made. 

And as we are strangers and pilgrims on earth, help 
us by true faith and a godly life to prepare for the world 
to come; doing the work which Thou hast given us to do 
while it is day, before the night cometh when no man 
can work. And when our last hour shall come, support 
us by Thy power, and receive us into Thine everlasting 
kingdom; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, 
Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, 
ever One God, w^orld without end. Amen. 



II 

ALMIGHTY God, our Heavenly Father, we, Thine 
l\ unworthy servants, do give Thee most humble and 
hearty thanks for all Thy goodness and loving-kindness 
to us, and to all men. We bless Thee for our creation, 
preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above 
all, for Thine inestimable love in the redemption of the 
world by our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, for the 
means of grace, and for the hope of glory. And, we 
beseech Thee, give us that due sense of all Thy mercies, 
that our hearts may be unfeignedly thankful, and that 
we may show forth Thy praise, not only with our lips, 
but in our lives: that walking before Thee in holiness 
and righteousness all our days, we may enjoy the testi- 
mony of a good conscience and the hope of Thy favor, 
be sustained and comforted under the troubles of this 
life, and finally be received into Thine everlasting king- 
dom, through Thine infinite mercy in Jesus Christ, our 
Lord. 

We offer unto Thee our common supplications for the 
good estate of Thy Church throughout the world; that it 
may be so guided and governed by Thy good Spirit, 
that all who profess themselves Christians may be led 
into the way of truth, and hold the faith in unity of 



GENERAL PRAYERS 255 

spirit, in the bond of peace, and in righteousness of life. 
Send down upon all ministers of the Gospel, and upon 
all congregations committed to their charge, the health- 
ful spirit of Thy grace, and that they may truly please 
Thee, pour upon them the continual dew of Thy 
blessing. 

Most heartily we beseech Thee, with Thy favor to 
behold the President [and Congress] of the United 
States, and all others in authority; and so replenish 
them with Thy grace, that they may always incline to 
Thy will, and walk in Thy way. Prosper all good coun- 
sels and all just works, that peace and happiness, truth 
and righteousness, religion and piety, may be estab- 
lished among us throughout all generations. 

We humbly entreat Thee also for all sorts and condi- 
tions of men; that Thou wouldest be pleased to make 
Thy ways known unto them, Thy saving health unto all 
nations. t 

May it please Thee to preserve all that travel by land 
or water; to succor all that are in peril or need; and to 
satisfy the wants of all Thy creatures. 

We also commend to Thy fatherly goodness all those 
who are in any way afflicted or distressed, in mind, 
body, or estate; that it may please Thee to comfort and 
relieve them according to their several necessities, giv- 
ing them patience under their sufferings, and a happy 
issue out of all their afflictions. 

r Here special Supplications, Intercessions, and Prayers may be made. 

Hear us, most Merciful God, in these our humble re- 
quests, which we offer up unto Thee in the Name of 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, to Whom, with Thee 
and the Holy Ghost, be all honor and glory, world with- 
out end. Amen. 



256 GENERAL PRAYERS 

III. 

MERCIFUL God, Heavenly Father, Who hast com- 
manded us to meet together in Thy Name, and 
in the Name of Jesus Christ our Lord and Saviour, to 
ask of Thee what is requisite and profitable for us and for 
all men, and hast graciously promised to hear our pray- 
ers and grant our requests : We beseech Thee to pardon 
our sins and unrighteousness, and to quicken our hearts 
by Thy Holy Spirit that we may ask of Thee whatsoever 
things are needful to Thy Church and to all men. 

For Thy Church and people, we pray : Save and de- 
fend them from the power of those whom Thou hast not 
sent, and send them Pastors and teachers who shall 
faithfully seek Thy scattered sheep, bring them to the 
Lord Jesus, the Good Shepherd, and diligently build 
them up in all Thy will and pleasure, that all ungodliness 
and wicked works, and all heresies, schisms, and false 
religion, may be done away ; and that, in the unity of the 
true faith and the confession of Thy dear Son, we may 
be one in Him, and dwell together in love, to the honor 
of Thy Name, and the good of our fellowmen. 

For all in authority, especially for all who bear rule 
over us, we pray : Grant that they may be Thine indeed, 
put down all evil, and uphold and further all good, that 
we, being delivered from the fear of our enemies, may 
serve Thee in all holiness and righteousness. 

And as it is Thy will to be a Saviour to the whole 
world, we also pray for all sorts and conditions of men : 
Draw to Thy dear Son those who are yet far from Him, 
and grant that those whom Thou hast drawn to Him 
may daily grow in grace, and in the knowledge of the 
Lord. 

For all who are in any trouble or sorrow, we pray: 
Comfort them in their distresses, and send them speedy 
deliverance out of all their afflictions; and help us to lay 
to heart Thy fatherly chastenings, that we may judge 
ourselves and amend our ways, that we come not under 
Thy judgments. 



GENERAL PRAYERS 257 

Grant, also, that we, who are here assembled for Thy 
worship, may hold fast Thy Word, die unto self, and be 
wholly given to Thy dear Son our Saviour, Who by His 
bitter Sufferings and Death hath redeemed us from sin 
and condemnation, and by His glorious Resurrection 
and Ascension hath brought us to oneness with Himself 
and with His Church; Who liveth and reigneth with 
Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without 
end. Amen. 



THE PSALMS 



Psalm 1. Beatus vir. 

BLESSED is the man that walketh not in the counsel 
of the ungodly : nor standeth in the way of sinners, 
nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. 

But his delight is in the law of the Lord : and in His 
law doth he meditate day and night. 

And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of 
water : that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; 

His leaf also shall not wither : and whatsoever he 
doeth shall prosper. 

The ungodly are not so * but are like the chaff which 
the wind drive th away. 

Therefore the ungodly shall not stand in the judg- 
ment ! nor sinners in the congregation of the righteous. 

For the Lord knoweth the way of the righteous : but 
the way of the ungodly shall perish. 

Psalm 2. Quare fremuerunt gentes ? 

WHY do the heathen rage : and the people imagine 
a vain thing? 

The kings of the earth set themselves, and the rulers 
take counsel together : against the Lord, and against 
His anointed, saying, 

Let us break their bands asunder : and cast away their 
cords from us. 

He that sitteth in the heavens shall laugh : the Lord 
shall have them in derision. 

Then shall He speak unto them in His wrath : and 
vex them in His sore displeasure. 

Yet have I set My King : upon My holy hill of Zion. 

I will declare the decree : the Lord hath said unto 
Me, Thou art My Son, this day have I begotten Thee. 

258 



THE PSALMS 259 



Ask of Me, and I shall give Thee the heathen for 
Thine inheritance : and the uttermost parts of the earth 
for Thy possession. 

Thou shalt break them with a rod of iron : Thou shalt 
dash them in pieces like a potter's vessel. 

Be wise now therefore, O ye kings : be instructed, ye 
judges of the earth. 

Serve the Lord with fear : and rejoice with trembling. 

Kiss the Son, lest He be angry, and ye perish from the 
way, when His wrath is kindled but a little : Blessed are 
all they that put their trust in Him. 

Psalm 3. Do mine, quid multiplicati ? 

LORD, how are they increased that trouble me : many 
J are they that rise up against me. 

Many there be which say of my soul : There is no 
help for him in God. 

But Thou, O Lord, art a shield for me : my glory, 
and the lifter up of mine head. 

I cried unto the Lord with my voice : and He heard 
me out of His holy hill. 

I laid me down and slept : I awaked; for the Lord 
sustained me. 

I will not be afraid of ten thousands of people : that 
have set themselves against me round about. 

Arise, O Lord : save me, O my God. 

Salvation belongeth unto the Lord : Thy blessing is 
upon Thy people. 

Psalm 4. Cum invocarem, exaudivit. 

HEAR me when I call, O God of my righteousness : 
Thou hast enlarged me when I was in distress. 
Have mercy upon me : and hear my prayer. 
ye sons of men, how long will ye turn my glory into 
shame : how long will ye love vanity, and seek after 
leasing? 



260 THE PSALMS 



But know that the Lord hath set apart him that is 
godly for Himself : the Lord will hear when I call unto 
Him. 

Stand in awe, and sin not : commune with your own 
heart upon your bed and be still. 

Offer the sacrifices of righteousness I and put your 
trust in the Lord. 

There be many that say, Who will show us any good : 
Lord, lift Thou up the light of Thy countenance upon 
us. 

Thou hast put gladness in my heart : more than in the 
time that their corn and wine increased. 

I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep : for Thou, 
Lord, only makest me dwell in safety. 

Psalm 6. Domine, ne in furore. 
[A Penitential Psalm.] 

OLORD, rebuke me not in Thine anger : neither 
chasten me in Thy hot displeasure. 

Have mercy upon me, O Lord, for I am weak : O 
Lord, heal me, for my bones are vexed. 

My soul is also sore vexed : but Thou, O Lord, how 
long? 

Return, O Lord, deliver my soul : oh save me for 
Thy mercies' sake. 

For in death there is no remembrance of Thee : in 
the grave who shall give Thee thanks? 

I am weary with my groaning, all the night make I 
my bed to swim I I water my couch with my tears. 

Mine eye is consumed because of grief I it waxeth old 
because of all mine enemies. 

Depart from me, all ye workers of iniquity : for the 
Lord hath heard the voice of my weeping. 

The Lord hath heard my supplication I the Lord will 
receive my prayer. 

Let all mine enemies be ashamed and sore vexed : let 
them return and be ashamed suddenly. 



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Psalm 8. Domine, Dominus nosier. 

OLORD, our Lord, how excellent is Thy Name in 
all the earth : Who hast set Thy glory above the 
heavens. N 

Out of the mouth of babes and sucklings hast Thou 
ordained strength because of Thine enemies : that Thou 
mightest still the enemy and the avenger. 

When I consider Thy heavens, the work of Thy 
fingers : the moon and the stars, which Thou hast 
ordained; 

What is man, that Thou art mindful of him : and the 
son of man, that Thou visitest him? 

For Thou hast made him a little lower than the 
angels : and hast crowned him with glory and honor. 

Thou madest him to have dominion over the works 
of Thy hands : Thou hast put all things under his 
feet; 

All sheep and oxen : yea, and the beasts of the field; 

The fowl of the air, and the fish of the sea : and what- 
soever passe th through the paths of the seas. 

Lord our Lord I how excellent is Thy Name in all 
the earth! 

Psalm 13. Usquequo, Domine, oblivisceris ? 

HOW long wilt Thou forget me, O Lord, for ever : 
how long wilt Thou hide Thy face from me? 

How long shall I take counsel in my soul, having sor- 
row in my heart daily : how long shall mine enemy be 
exalted over me? 

Consider and hear me, O Lord my God I lighten mine 
eyes, lest I sleep the sleep of death; 

Lest mine enemy say, I have prevailed against him : 
and those that trouble me rejoice when I am moved. 

But I have trusted in Thy mercy : my heart shall re- 
joice in Thy salvation. 

1 will sing unto the Lord : because He hath dealt 
bountifully with me. 



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Psalm 14. Dixit insiyiens in corde suo. 

THE fool hath said in his heart : There is no 
God. 

They are corrupt, they have done abominable works I 
there is none that doeth good. 

The Lord looked down from heaven upon the children 
of men : to see if there were any that did understand, 
and seek God. 

They are all gone aside, they are all, together become 
filthy : there is none that doeth good, no, not one. 

Have all the workers of iniquity no knowledge? who 
eat up my people as they eat bread I and call not upon 
the Lord. 

There were they in great fear : for God is in the 
generation of the righteous. 

Ye have shamed the counsel of the poor : because the 
Lord is his refuge. 

O that the salvation of Israel were come out of 
Zion : when the Lord bringeth back the captivity 
of His people, Jacob shall rejoice, and Israel shall be 
glad. 



Psalm 15. Domine, quis habitabit ? 

LORD, who shall abide in Thy tabernacle : who shall 
J dwell in Thy holy hill? 

He that walketh uprightly : and worketh righteous- 
ness, and speaketh the truth in his heart. 

He that backbiteth not with his tongue, nor doeth 
evil to his neighbor : nor taketh up a reproach against 
his neighbor. 

In whose eyes a vile person is contemned, but he 
honoreth them that fear the Lord : He that sweareth 
to his own hurt, and changeth not. 

He that putteth not out his money to usury : nor 
taketh reward against the innocent. 

He that doeth these things : shall never be moved. 



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Psalm 16. Conserva me, Domine. 

PRESERVE me, O God : for in Thee do I put my 
trust. 

my soul, thou hast said unto the Lord, Thou art 
my Lord I my goodness extendetk not to Thee ; 

But to the saints that are in the earth, and to the ex- 
cellent : in whom is all my delight. 

Their sorrows shall be multiplied : that hasten after 
another god. 

Their drink offerings of blood will I not offer ! nor take 
up their names into my lips. 

The Lord is the portion of mine inheritance and of my 
cup : Thou maintainest my lot. 

The lines are fallen unto me in pleasant places : yea, 
I have a goodly heritage. 

1 will bless the Lord, Who hath given me counsel : 
my reins also instruct me in the night seasons. 

I have set the Lord always before me : because He is 
at my right hand, I shall not be moved. 

Therefore my heart is glad, and my glory rejoiceth I 
my flesh also shall rest in hope. 

For Thou wilt not leave my soul in hell I neither wilt 
Thou suffer Thine Holy One to see corruption. 

Thou wilt show me the path of life : in Thy presence is 
fulness of joy, at Thy right hand there are pleasures for 
evermore. 

Psalm 18. Diligam te, Domine. 

I WILL love Thee : Lord, my strength. 
The Lord is my Rock, and my Fortress, and my 
Deliverer : my God, my strength, in Whom I will trust; 
my buckler, and the horn of my salvation, and my high 
tower. 

I will call upon the Lord, Who is worthy to be 
praised : so shall I be saved from mine enemies. 

The sorrows of death compassed me : and the floods 
of ungodly men made me afraid. 



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The sorrows of hell compassed me about : the snares 
of death prevented me. 

In my distress I called upon the Lord : and cried 
unto my God; 

He heard my voice out of His temple : and my cry 
came before Him, even into His ears. 

Then the earth shook and trembled : the foundations 
also of the hills moved and were shaken, because He 
was wroth. 

There went up a smoke out of His nostrils, and 
fire out of His mouth devoured : coals were kindled by 
it. 

He bowed the heavens also, and came down I and 
darkness was under His feet. 

And He rode upon a cherub, and did fly : yea, He did 
fly upon the wings of the wind. 

He made darkness His secret place : His pavilion 
round about Him were dark waters and thick clouds of 
the skies. 

At the brightness that was before Him His thick 
clouds passed : hailstones and coals of fire. 

The Lord also thundered in the heavens, and the 
Highest gave His voice : hailstones and coals of fire. 

Yea, He sent out His arrows, and scattered them : 
and He shot out lightnings, and discomfited them. 

Then the channels of waters were seen, and the 
foundations of the world were discovered : at Thy 
rebuke, Lord, at the blast of the breath of Thy 
nostrils. 

He sent from above, He took me : He drew me out of 
many waters. 

He delivered me from my strong enemy, and from 
them which hated me I for they were too strong for me. 

They prevented me in the day of my calamity : but 
the Lord was my stay. 

He brought me forth also into a large place : He de- 
livered me, because He delighted in me. 



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Psalm 19. Coeli enarrant. 

THE heavens declare the glory of God : and the 
firmament showeth His handy work. 

Day unto day uttereth speech : and night unto night 
showeth knowledge. 

There is no speech nor language I where their voice is 
not heard. 

Their line is gone out through all the earth : and their 
words to the end of the world. 

In them hath He set a tabernacle for the sun : which 
is as a bridegroom coming out of his chamber, and re- 
joiceth as a strong man to run a race. 

His going forth is from the end of the heaven, and his 
circuit unto the ends of it : and there is nothing hid from 
the heat thereof. 

The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul I 
the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the 
simple. • 

The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart : 
the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the 
eyes. 

The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever : 
the judgments of the Lord are true and righteous alto- 
gether. 

More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than 
much fine gold : sweeter also than honey and the honey- 
comb. 

Moreover by them is Thy servant warned : and in 
keeping of them there is great reward. 

Who can understand his errors : cleanse Thou me 
from secret faults. 

Keep back Thy servant also from presumptuous 
sins, let them not have dominion over me : then shall I 
be upright, and I shall be innocent from the great trans- 
gression. 

Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of 
my heart, be acceptable in Thy sight : O Lord, my 
Strength, and my Redeemer. 



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Psalm 20. Exaudiat te Dominus. 

THE Lord hear thee in the day of trouble : the Name 
of the God of Jacob defend thee; 

Send thee help from the sanctuary : and strengthen 
thee out of Zion; 

Remember all thy offerings : and accept thy burnt 
sacrifice. 

Grant thee according to thine own heart : and fulfil 
all thy counsel. 

We will rejoice in thy salvation, and in the Name of 
our God we will set up our banners : the Lord fulfil all 
thy petitions. 

Now know I that the Lord saveth His anointed : He 
will hear him from His holy heaven, with the saving 
strength of His right hand. 

Some trust in chariots, and some in horses I but we 
will remember the Name of the Lord our God. 

They are brought down arid fallen : but we are risen 
and stand upright. 

Save, Lord : let the King hear us when we call. 

Psalm 21. Domine, in virtute tua. 

THE king shall joy in Thy strength, O Lord : and 
in Thy salvation how greatly shall he rejoice! 

Thou hast given him his heart's desire I and hast not 
withholden the request of his lips. 

For Thou preventest him with the blessings of good- 
ness I Thou set test a crown of pure gold on his head. 

He asked life of Thee, and Thou gavest it him I even 
length of days for ever and ever. 

His glory is great in Thy salvation : honor and majesty 
hast Thou laid upon him. 

For Thou hast«made him most blessed for ever : 
Thou hast made him exceeding glad with Thy counte- 
nance. 

For the king trusteth in the Lord : and through the 
mercy of the Most High he shall not be moved. 



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Thine hand shall find out all Thine enemies : Thy 
right hand shall find out those that hate Thee. 

Thou shalt make them as a fiery oven in the time of 
Thine anger I the Lord shall swallow them up in His 
wrath, and the fire shall devour them. 

Their fruit shalt Thou destroy from the earth : and 
their seed from among the children of men. 

For they intended evil against Thee : they imagined 
a mischievous device, which they are not able to per- 
form. 

Therefore shalt Thou make them turn their back : 
when Thou shalt make ready Thine arrows upon Thy 
strings against the face of them. 

Be Thou exalted, Lord, in Thine own strength : so 
will we sing and praise Thy power. 

Psalm 22. Deus, Dens meus. 
[A Psalm of the Passion.] 

MY GOD, my God, why hast Thou forsaken me : 
why art Thou so far from helping me, and from 
the words of my roaring? 

O my God, I cry in the daytime, but Thou hearest 
not : and in the night season, and am not silent. 

But Thou art holy : O Thou that inhabitest the 
praises of Israel. 

Our fathers trusted in Thee : they trusted, and Thou 
didst deliver them. 

They cried unto Thee, and were delivered : they 
trusted in Thee, and were not confounded. 

But I am a worm, and no man : a reproach of men, 
and despised of the people. 

All they that see me laugh me to scorn : they shoot 
out the lip, they shake the head, saying, 

He trusted on the Lord that He would deliver him : 
let Him deliver him, seeing He delighted in him. 

Be not far from me, for trouble is near : for there is 
none to help. 



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I am poured out like water, and all my bones are out 
of joint : my heart is like wax, it is melted in the midst 
of my bowels. 

My strength is dried up like a potsherd, and my 
tongue cleaveth to my jaws : and Thou hast brought me 
into the dust of death. 

For dogs have compassed me I the assembly of the 
wicked have inclosed me, they pierced my hands and 
my feet. 

I may tell all my bones : they look and stare upon me. 

They part my garments among them I and cast lots 
upon my vesture. 

But be not Thou far from me, Lord : my strength, 
haste Thee to help me. 

Deliver my soul from the sword : my darling from the 
power of the dog. 

Save me from the lion's mouth : for Thou hast heard 
me from the horns of the unicorns. 

I will declare Thy Name unto my brethren : in the 
midst of the congregation will I praise Thee. 

Ye that fear the Lord, praise Him, all ye the seed of 
Jacob, glorify Him : and fear Him, all ye the seed of 
Israel. 

For He hath not despised nor abhorred the affliction 
of the afflicted : neither hath He hid His face from him, 
but when he cried unto Him, He heard. 

My praise shall be of Thee in the great congregation : 
I will pay my vows before them that fear Him. 

The meek shall eat and be satisfied : they shall praise 
the Lord that seek Him, your heart shall live for 
ever. 

All the ends of the world shall remember and turn 
unto the Lord : and all the kindreds of the nations shall 
worship before Thee. 

For the kingdom is the Lord's I and He is the Gov- 
ernor among the nations. 

All they that go down to the dust shall bow before 
Him : and none can keep alive his own soul. 



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A seed shall serve Him : it shall be accounted to the 
Lord for a generation. 

They shall come, and shall declare His righteousness 
unto a people that shall be born : that He hath done this. 

Psalm 23. Dominus regit me. 

THE Lord is my Shepherd : I shall not want. 
He maketh me to lie down in green pastures : 
He leadeth me beside the still waters. 

He restoreth my soul I He leadeth me in the paths of 
righteousness for His Name's sake. 

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow 
of death, I will fear no evil : for Thou art w4th me, Thy 
rod and Thy staff they comfort me. 

Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of 
mine enemies : Thou anointest my head with oil, my 
cup runneth over. 

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the 
days of my life : and I will dwell in the house of the 
Lord for ever. 

Psalm 24. Domini est terra. 

THE earth is the Lord's, and the fulness thereof : the 
world, and they that dwell therein. 

For He hath founded it upon the seas I and established 
it upon the floods. 

Who shall ascend into the hill of the Lord : or who 
shall stand in His holy place? 

He that hath clean hands, and a pure heart : who hath 
not lifted up his soul unto vanity, nor sworn deceitfully. 

He shall receive the blessing from the Lord : and 
righteousness from the God of his salvation. 

This is the generation of them that seek Him I that 
seek thy face, O Jacob. 

Lift up your heads, O ye gates, and be ye lift up, ye 
everlasting doors I and the King of glory shall come in. 

Who is this King of glory : The Lord strong and 
mighty, the Lord mighty in battle. 



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Lift up your heads, O ye gates, even lift them up, ye 
everlasting doors I and the King of glory shall come in. 

Who is this King of glory : The Lord of hosts, He is 
the King of glory. 

Psalm 25. Ad te, Domine, levari. 

UNTO Thee, O Lord : do I lift up my soul. 
O my God, I trust in Thee : let me not be 
ashamed, let not mine enemies triumph over me. 

Yea, let none that wait on Thee be ashamed : let 
them be ashamed which transgress without cause. 
Show me Thy ways, O Lord : teach me Thy paths. 
Lead me in Thy truth, and teach me : for Thou art 

the God of rav salvation, on Thee do I wait ail the dav. 

*■ *"' 

Remember, O Lord, Thy tender mercies and Thy 
lovingkindnesses : for they have been ever of old. 

Remember not the sins of my youth, nor my trans- 
gressions I according to Thy mercy remember Thou me 
for Thy goodness' sake, O Lord. 

Good and upright is the Lord : therefore will He 
teach sinners in the way. 

The meek will He guide in judgment : and the meek 
will He teach His way. 

All the paths of the Lord are mercy and truth : unto 
such as keep His covenant and His testimonies. 

For Thy Name's sake, O Lord, pardon mine iniquity : 
for it is great. 

What man is he that feareth the Lord : him shall He 
teach in the way that He shall choose. 

His soul shall dwell at ease : and his seed shall inherit 
the earth. 

The secret of the Lord is with them that fear Him : 
and He will show them His covenant. 

Mine eyes are ever toward the Lord I for He shall 
pluck my feet out of the net. 

Turn Thee unto me, and have mercy upon me : for 
I am desolate and afflicted. 



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The troubles of my heart are enlarged : bring Thou 
me out of my distresses. 

Look upon mine affliction and my pain : and forgive 
all my sins. 

Consider mine enemies, for they are many : and they 
hate me with cruel hatred. 

keep my soul, and deliver me I let me not be 
ashamed, for I put my trust in Thee. 

Let integrity and uprightness preserve me : for I wait 
on Thee. 

Redeem Israel, God : out of all his troubles. 

Psaiai 26. Judica me, Domine. 

JLDGE me. Lord, for I have walked in mine in- 
tegrity : I have trusted also in the Lord, therefore 
I shall not slide. 

Examine me, Lord, and prove me : try my reins 
and my heart. 

For Thy lovingkindness is before mine eyes : and I 
have walked in Thy truth. 

1 have not sat with vain persons : neither will I go 
in with dissemblers. 

I have hated the congregation of evil doers : and will 
not sit with the wicked. 

I will wash mine hands in innocency : so will I compass 
Thine altar, Lord; 

That I may publish with the voice of thanksgiving : 
and tell of all Thy wondrous works. 

Lord, I have loved the habitation of Thy house : and 
the place where Thine honor dwelleth. 

Gather not my soul with sinners : nor my life with 
bl«>ody men; 

In whose hands is mischief \ and their right hand is 
full of bribes. 

But as for me. I will walk in mine integrity : redeem 
me, and be merciful unto me. 

My foot standeth in an even place : in the congrega- 
tions will I ble:>s the Lord. 



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Psalm 27. Dominus illuminatio. 

THE Lord is my Light and my Salvation, whom shall 
I fear I the Lord is the strength of my life, of whom 
shall I be afraid? 

When the wicked, even mine enemies and my foes, 
came upon me to eat up my flesh : they stumbled and 
fell. 

Though an host should encamp against me, my heart 
shall not fear : though war should rise against me, in 
this will I be confident. 

One thing have I desired of the Lord, that will I 
seek after : that I may dwell in the house of the Lord 
all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the Lord, 
and to enquire in His temple. 

For in the time of trouble He shall hide me in His 
pavilion : in the secret of His tabernacle shall He hide 
me, He shall set me up upon a rock. 

And now shall mine head be lifted up : above mine 
enemies round about me; 

Therefore will I offer in His tabernacle sacrifices of 
joy : I will sing, yea, I will sing praises unto the Lord. 

Hear, Lord, when I cry with my voice : have mercy 
also upon me, and answer me. 

When Thou saidst, Seek ye My face : my heart said 
unto Thee, Thy face, Lord, will I seek. 

Hide not Thy face far from me : put not Thy servant 
away in anger; 

Thou hast been my help : leave me not, neither for- 
sake me, God of my salvation. 

When my father and my mother forsake me I then 
the Lord will take me up. 

Teach me Thy way, Lord : and lead me in a plain 
path, because of mine enemies. 

Deliver me not over unto the will of mine enemies I 
for false witnesses are risen up against me, and such as 
breathe out cruelty. 

I had fainted : unless I had believed to see the good- 
ness of the Lord in the land of the living. 



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Wait on the Lord I be of good courage, and He shall 
strengthen thine heart, wait, I say, on the Lord. 

Psalm 28. Ad te, Domine, elamabo. 

UNTO Thee will I cry, Lord my Rock, be not 
silent to me : lest if Thou be silent to me, I become 
like them that go down into the pit. 

Hear the voice of my supplications, when I cry unto 
Thee I when I lift up my hands toward Thy holy oracle. 

Draw me not away with the wicked, and with the 
workers of iniquity : which speak peace to their neigh- 
bors, but mischief is in their hearts. 

Because they regard not the works of the Lord, nor 
the operation of His hands : He shall destroy them, and 
not build them up. 

Blessed be the Lord : because He hath heard the 
voice of my supplications. 

The Lord is my strength and my shield, my heart 
trusted in Him, and I am helped : therefore my heart 
greatly rejoiceth, and with my song will I praise Him. 

The Lord is their strength : and He is the saving 
strength of His anointed. 

Save Thy people, and bless Thine inheritance I feed 
them also, and lift them up for ever. 

Psalm 29. Afferte Domino. 

GIVE unto the Lord, O ye mighty : give unto the 
Lord glory and strength. 

Give unto the Lord the glory due unto His Name : 
worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness. 

The voice of the Lord is upon the waters : the God of 
glory thundereth, the Lord is upon many waters. 

The voice of the Lord is powerful I the voice of the 
Lord is full of majesty. 

The voice of the Lord breaketh the cedars I yea, the 
Lord breaketh the cedars of Lebanon. 

The voice of the Lord : divideth the flames of fire. 



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The voice of the Lord shaketh the wilderness : the 
Lord shaketh the wilderness of Kadesh. 

The Lord sitteth upon the flood : yea, the Lord 
sitteth King for ever. 

The Lord will give strength unto his people : the 
Lord will bless His people with peace. 

Psalm 30. Exaltabo te, Domine. 

I WILL extol Thee, O Lord, for Thou hast lifted me 
up : and hast not made my foes to rejoice over me. 
O Lord my God, I cried unto Thee : and Thou hast 
healed me. 

Lord, Thou hast brought up my soul from the 
grave : Thou hast kept me alive, that I should not go 
down to the pit. 

Sing unto the Lord, O ye saints of His : and give 
thanks at the remembrance of His holiness. 

For His anger endureth but a moment, in His favor is 
life : weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in 
the morning. 

And in my prosperity I said : I shall never be moved. 

Lord, by Thy favor Thou hast made my mountain 
to stand strong I Thou didst hide Thy face, and I w^as 
troubled. 

1 cried to Thee, O Lord : and unto the Lord I made 
supplication. 

What profit is there in my blood, when I go down to 
the pit : Shall the dust praise Thee? shall it declare 
Thy truth? 

Hear, O Lord, and have mercy upon me I Lord, be 
Thou my helper. 

Thou hast turned for me my mourning into dancing : 
Thou hast put off my sackcloth, and girded me with 
gladness; 

To the end that my glory may sing praise to Thee, and 
not be silent : O Lord my God, I will give thanks unto 
Thee for ever. 



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Psalm 31. In te, Domine, speravi. 

IN Thee, O Lord, do I put my trust, let me never be 
ashamed : deliver me in Thy righteousness. 

Bow down Thine ear to me, deliver me speedily : be 
Thou my strong Rock, for an house of defence to save 
me. 

For Thou art my Rock and my Fortress : therefore 
for Thy Name's sake lead me, and guide me. 

Pull me out of the net that they have laid privily for 
me : for Thou art my strength. 

Into Thine hand I commit my spirit I Thou hast re- 
deemed me, Lord God of truth. 

I have hated them that regard lying vanities : but 
I trust in the Lord. 

I will be glad and rejoice in Thy mercy, for Thou hast 
considered my trouble I Thou hast known my soul in 
adversities; 

And hast not shut me up into the hand of the enemy : 
Thou hast set my feet in a large room. 

My times are in Thy hand I deliver me from the hand 
of mine enemies, and from them that persecute me. 

Make Thy face to shine upon Thy servant : save me 
for Thy mercies' sake. 

Let the lying lips be put to. silence : which speak 
grievous things proudly and contemptuously against 
the righteous. 

Oh how great is Thy goodness, which Thou hast laid 
up for them that fear Thee : which Thou hast wrought 
for them that trust in Thee before the sons of men! 

Thou shalt hide them in the secret of Thy presence 
from the pride of man : Thou shalt keep them secretly 
in a pavilion from the strife of tongues. 

Blessed be the Lord : for He hath showed me His 
marvellous kindness in a strong city. 

For I said in my haste, I am cut off from before Thine 
eyes : nevertheless Thou heardest the voice of my sup- 
plications when I cried unto Thee. 



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O love the Lord, all ye his saints * for the Lord pre- 
serveth the faithful, and plentifully rewardeth the proud 
doer. 

Be of good courage ! and He shall strengthen your 
heart, all ye that hope in the Lord. 



Psalm 32. Beati quorum. 
[A Penitential Psalm.] 

BLESSED is he whose transgression is forgiven : 
whose sin is covered. 

Blessed is the man unto whom the Lord imputeth not 
iniquity : and in whose spirit there is no guile. 

When I kept silence : my bones waxed old through my 
roaring all the day long. 

For day and night Thy hand was heavy upon me : 
my moisture is turned into the drought of summer. 

I acknowledged my sin unto Thee : and mine iniq- 
uity have I not hid. 

I said, I will confess my transgressions unto the Lord : 
and Thou forgavest the iniquity of my sin. 

For this shall every one that is godly pray unto Thee 
in a time when Thou mayest be found : surely in the 
floods of great waters they shall not come nigh unto 
him. 

Thou art my hiding place, Thou shalt preserve me 
from trouble : Thou shalt compass me about with songs 
of deliverance. 

I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which 
thou shalt go : I will guide thee with mine eye. 

Be ye not as the horse, or as the mule, which have no 
understanding I whose mouth must be held in with bit 
and bridle, lest they come near unto thee. 

Many sorrows shall be to the wicked I but he that 
trusteth in the Lord, mercy shall compass him about. 

Be glad in the Lord, and rejoice, ye righteous I and 
shout for joy, all ye that are upright in heart. 



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Psalm 33. Exultate, justi, in Domino. 

REJOICE in the Lord, O ye righteous : for praise is 
comely for the upright. 

Praise the Lord with harp I sing unto Him with the 
psaltery and an instrument of ten strings. 

Sing unto Him a new song : play skillfully with a loud 
noise. 

For the Word of the Lord is right : and all His works 
are done in truth. 

He loveth righteousness and judgment I the earth 
is full of the goodness of the Lord. 

By the Word of the Lord were the heavens made I and 
all the host of them by the breath of His mouth. 

He gathereth the waters of the sea together as an 
heap ! He layeth up the depth in storehouses. 

Let all the earth fear the Lord : let all the inhabitants 
of the world stand in awe of Him. 

For He spake, and it was done : He commanded, and 
it stood fast. 

The Lord bringeth the counsel of the heathen to 
nought : He maketh the devices of the people of none 
effect. 

The counsel of the Lord standeth for ever • the 
thoughts of His heart to all generations. 

Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord I and 
the people whom He hath chosen for His own inherit- 
ance. 

The Lord looketh from heaven I He beholdeth all the 
sons of men. 

From the place of His habitation He looketh I upon 
all the inhabitants of the earth. 

He fashioneth their hearts alike : He considereth all 
their works. 

There is no king saved by the multitude of a host I 
a mighty man is not delivered by much strength. 

A horse is a vain thing for safety I neither shall he 
deliver any by his great strength. 



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Behold, the eye of the Lord is upon them that fear 
Him : upon them that hope in His mercy; 

To deliver their soul from death : and to keep them 
alive in famine. 

Our soul waiteth for the Lord : He is our help and our 
shield. 

For our heart shall rejoice in Him : because we have 
trusted in His holy Name. 

Let Thy mercy, O Lord, be upon us : according as we 
hope in Thee. 

Psalm 34. Benedicam Dominum. 

I WILL bless the Lord at all times : His praise shall 
continually be in my mouth. 
My soul shall make her boast in the Lord : the 
humble shall hear thereof and be glad. 

magnify the Lord with me : and let us exalt His 
Name together. 

1 sought the Lord, and He heard me : and delivered 
me from all my fears. 

They looked unto Him, and were lightened I and their 
faces were not ashamed. 

This poor man cried, and the Lord heard him I and 
saved him out of all his troubles. 

The angel of the Lord encampeth round about them 
that fear Him : and delivereth them. 

O taste and see that the Lord is good I blessed is the 
man that trusteth in Him. 

O fear the Lord, ye His saints t for there is no want 
to them that fear Him. 

The young lions do lack, and suffer hunger : but they 
that seek the Lord shall not want any good thing. 

Come, ye children, hearken unto me : I will teach you 
the fear of the Lord. 

What man is he that desireth life : and loveth many 
days, that he may see good? 

Keep thy tongue from evil : and thy lips from speak- 
ing guile. 



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Depart from evil, and do good : seek peace, and pursue 
it. 

The eyes of the Lord are upon the righteous : and 
His ears are open unto their cry. 

The face of the Lord is against them that do evil : 
to cut off the remembrance of them from the earth. 

The righteous cry, and the Lord heareth : and deliv- 
ereth them out of all their troubles. 

The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a broken 
heart : and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit. 

Many are the afflictions of the righteous : but the 
Lord delivereth him out of them all. 

He keepeth all his bones : not one of them is broken. 

Evil shall slay the wicked : and they that hate the 
righteous shall be desolate. 

The Lord redeemeth the soul of his servants : and 
none of them that trust in Him shall be desolate. 

Psalm 36. Dixit injustus. 

THE transgression of the wicked saith ' within my 
heart : that there is no fear of God before his eyes. 

For he flattereth himself in his own eyes I until his 
iniquity be found to be hateful. 

The words of his mouth are iniquity and deceit : he 
hath left off to be wise, and to do good. 

He deviseth mischief upon his bed, he setteth himself 
in a way that is not good : he abhorreth not evil. 

Thy mercy, O Lord, is in the heavens : and Thy 
faithfulness reacheth unto the clouds. 

Thy righteousness is like the great mountains, Thy 
judgments are a great deep I O Lord, Thou preservest 
man and beast. 

How excellent is Thy lovingkindness, O God : there- 
fore the children of men put their trust under the 
shadow of Thy wings. 

They shall be abundantly satisfied with the fatness 
of Thy house : and Thou shalt make them drink of the 
river of Thy pleasures. 



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For with Thee is the fountain of life : in Thy light 
shall we see light. 

O continue Thy lovingkindness unto them that know 
Thee : and Thy righteousness to the upright in heart. 

Let not the foot of pride come against me : and let 
not the hand of the wicked remove me. 

There are the workers of iniquity fallen : they are 
cast down, and shall not be able to rise. 

Psalm 38. Domine, ne in furore. 
[A Penitential Psalm.} 

OLORD, rebuke me not in Thy wrath I neither 
chasten me in Thy hot displeasure. 

For Thine arrows stick fast in me : and Thy hand 
presseth me sore. 

There is no soundness in my flesh because of Thine 
anger I neither is there any rest in my bones because of 
my sin. 

For mine iniquities are gone over mine head : as an 
heavy burden they are too heavy for me. 

For in Thee, O Lord, do I hope : Thou wilt hear, O 
Lord my God. 

For I am ready to halt : and my sorrow is continually 
before me. 

For I will declare mine iniquity 1 1 will be sorry for my 
sin. 

Forsake me not, O Lord t O my God, be not far from 
me. 

Make haste to help me : O Lord my Salvation. 

Psalm 40. Expectans, expectavi Dominum. 

I WAITED patiently for the Lord : and He inclined 
unto me, and heard my cry. 

He brought me up also out of a horrible pit, out of 
the miry clay : and set my feet upon a rock, and estab- 
lished my goings. 

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praise unto our God : many shall see it, and fear, and 
shall trust in the Lord. 

Blessed is that man that maketh the Lord his trust : 
and respecteth not the proud, nor such as turn aside to 
lies. 

Many, O Lord my God, are Thy wonderful works 
which Thou hast done, and Thy thoughts which are to 
us-ward I they cannot be reckoned up in order unto 
Thee; 

If I would declare and speak of them : they are more 
than can be numbered. 

Sacrifice and offering Thou didst not desire; mine 
ears hast Thou opened I burnt offering and sin offering 
hast Thou not required. 

Then said I, Lo, I come : in the volume of the book 
it is written of me, 

I delight to do Thy will, O my God I yea, Thy law is 
within my heart. 

I have preached righteousness in the great congre- 
gation : lo, I have not refrained my lips, O Lord, Thou 
knowest. 

I have not hid Thy righteousness within my heart : 
I have declared Thy faithfulness and Thy salvation. 

I have not concealed Thy lovingkindness and Thy 
truth : from the great congregation. 

Withhold not Thou Thy tender mercies from me, O 
Lord : let Thy lovingkindness and Thy truth continu- 
ally preserve me. 

For innumerable evils have compassed me about I 
mine iniquities have taken hold upon me, so that I am 
not able to look up; 

They are more than the hairs of mine head : therefore 
my heart faileth me. 

Be pleased, O Lord, to deliver me : O Lord, make 
haste to help me. 

Let them be ashamed and confounded together that 
seek after my soul to destroy it : let them be driven back- 
ward and put to shame that wish me evil. 



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Let them be desolate for a reward of their shame : 
that say unto me, Aha, aha. 

Let all those that seek Thee rejoice and be glad in 
Thee : let such as love Thy salvation say continually, 
The Lord be magnified. 

But I am poor and needy : yet the Lord thinketh 
upon me; 

Thou art my help and my deliverer ! make no tarry- 
ing, O my God. 

Psalm 42. Qvemadmodum desiderat cervus. 

AS the hart panteth after the water brooks : so pant- 
k eth my soul after Thee, O God. 

My soul thirsteth for God, for the living God : when 
shall I come and appear before God? 

My tears have been my meat day and night : while 
they continually say unto me, Where is thy God? 

When I remember these things, I pour out my soul 
in me : for I had gone with the multitude, 

I went with them to the house of God, with the voice 
of joy and praise ! with a multitude that kept holyday. 

Why art thou cast down, my soul I and why art 
thou disquieted in me? 

Hope thou in God : for I shall yet praise Him for the 
help of His countenance. 

my God, my soul is cast down within me I therefore 
will I remember Thee from the land of Jordan, and of the 
Hermonites, from the hill Mizar. 

Deep calleth unto deep at the noise of Thy water- 
spouts : all Thy waves and Thy billows are gone over me. 

Yet the Lord will command His lovingkindness in the 
daytime : and in the night His song shall be with me, 
and my prayer unto the God of my life. 

1 will say unto God my Rock, Why hast Thou forgot- 
ten me : why go I mourning because of the oppression of 
the enemy? 

As with a sword in my bones, mine enemies reproach 
me : while they say daily unto me, Where is thy God? 



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Why art thou cast down, O my soul : and why art 
thou disquieted within me? 

Hope thou in God I for I shall yet praise Him Who is 
the health of my countenance, and my God. 

Psalm 43. Judica me, Dens. 

JUDGE me, God, and plead my cause against an 
ungodly nation : deliver me from the deceitful and 
unjust man. 

For Thou art the God of my strength, why dost Thou 
cast me off : why go I mourning because of the oppres- 
sion of the enemy? 

send out Thy light and Thy truth, let them lead 
me : let them bring me unto Thy holy hill, and to Thy 
tabernacles. 

Then will I go unto the altar of God, unto God my 
exceeding joy : yea, upon the harp will I praise Thee, 
God my God. 

Why art thou cast down, my soul? and why art 
thou disquieted within me? hope in God I for I shall yet 
praise Him, Who is the health of my countenance, and 
my God. 

Psalm 45. Eructavit cor meum. 

MY heart is inditing a good matter S I speak of the 
things which I have made touching the King; 

My tongue is the pen : of a ready writer. 

Thou art fairer than the children of men : grace is 
poured into Thy lips, therefore God hath blessed Thee 
forever. 

Gird Thy sword upon Thy thigh, most Mighty : 
with Thy glory and Thy majesty. 

And in Thy majesty ride prosperously because of 
truth and meekness and righteousness : and Thy right 
hand shall teach Thee terrible things. 

Thine arrows are sharp in the heart of the King's 
enemies : whereby the people fall under Thee. 

Thy throne, O God, is for ever and ever : the sceptre 
of Thy kingdom is a right sceptre. 



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Thou lovest righteousness, and hatest wickedness : 
therefore God, Thy God, hath anointed Thee with the 
oil of gladness above Thy fellows. 

All Thy garments smell of myrrh, and aloes, and cas- 
sia I out of the ivory palaces, whereby they have made 
Thee glad. 

Kings' daughters were among Thy honorable women : 
upon Thy right hand did stand the queen in gold of 
Ophir. 

Hearken, O daughter, and consider, and incline thine 
ear : forget also thine own people, and thy father's 
house; 

So shall the King greatly desire thy beauty Z for He is 
thy Lord, and worship thou Him. 

And the daughter of Tyre shall be there with a gift : 
even the rich among the people shall intreat thy favor. 

The King's daughter is all glorious within : her cloth- 
ing is of wrought gold. 

She shall be brought unto the King in raiment of 
needlework : the virgins her companions that follow her 
shall be brought unto Thee. 

With gladness and rejoicing shall they be brought : 
they shall enter into the King's palace. 

Instead of Thy fathers shall be Thy children : whom 
Thou may est make princes in all the earth. 

I will make Thy Narrle to be remembered in all gen- 
erations : therefore shall the people praise Thee for ever 
and ever. 

Psalm 46. Deus nosier refugium. 

GOD is our Refuge and Strength : a very present 
help in trouble. 
Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be re- 
moved : and though the mountains be carried into the 
midst of the sea; 

Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled : 

though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof. 

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the city of God : the holy place of the tabernacles of 
the Most High. 

God is in the midst of her, she shall not be moved : 
God shall help her, and that right early. 

The heathen raged, the kingdoms were moved : He 
uttered His voice, the earth melted. 

The Lord of hosts is with us : the God of Jacob is 
our Refuge. 

Come, behold the works of the Lord : what desola- 
tions He hath made in the earth. 

He maketh wars to cease unto the end of the earth : 
He breaketh the bow, and cutteth the spear in sunder, 
He burnetii the chariot in the fire. 

Be still, and know that I am God : I will be exalted 
among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth. 

The Lord of hosts is with us : the God of Jacob is our 
Refuge. 

Psalm 47. Omnes gentes, piandite. 

OCLAP your hands, all ye people : shout unto God 
with the voice of triumph. 

For the Lord most high is terrible : He is a great 
King over all the earth. 

He shall subdue the people under us : and the nations 
under our feet. 

He shall choose our inheritance for us : the excellency 
of Jacob whom He loved. 

God is gone up with a shout t the Lord with the 
sound of a trumpet. 

Sing praises to God, sing praises : sing praises unto 
our King, sing praises. 

For God is the King of all the earth : sing ye praises 
with understanding. 

God reigneth over the heathen : God sitteth upon the 
throne of His holiness. 

The princes of the people are gathered together, even 
the people of the God of Abraham : for the shields of 
the earth belong unto God, He is greatly exalted. 



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Psalm 48. Magnus Dominus. 

GREAT is the Lord, and greatly to be praised : in 
the city of our God, in the mountain of His holi- 
ness. 

Beautiful for situation, the joy of the whole earth, is 
mount Zion : on the sides of the north, the city of the 
great King. 

God is known in her palaces : for a refuge. 

For, lo, the kings were assembled : they passed by 
together. 

They saw it, and so they marvelled : they were 
troubled, and hasted away. 

Fear took hold upon them there, and pain : as of a 
woman in travail. 

Thou breakest the ships of Tarshish : with an east 
wind. 

As we have heard, so have we seen in the tity of the 
Lord of hosts, in the city of our God : God will establish 
it for ever. 

We have thought of Thy lovingkindness, God : 
in the midst of Thy temple. 

According to Thy Name, O God, so is Thy praise unto 
the ends of the earth : Thy right hand is full of right- 
eousness. 

Let mount Zion rejoice, let the daughters of Judah be 
glad : because of Thy judgments. 

Walk about Zion, and go round about her : tell the 
towers thereof. 

Mark ye well her bulwarks, consider her palaces : 
that ye may tell it to the generation following. 

For this God is our God for ever and ever : He will 
be our Guide even unto death. 

Psalm 51. Miserere mei, Deus, secundum. 
[A Penitential Psalm.] 

HAVE mercy upon me, O God, according to Thy 
lovingkindness I according unto the multitude of 
Thy tender mercies, blot out my transgressions. . 



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Wash me thoroughly from mine iniquity : and cleanse 
me from my sin. 

For I acknowledge my transgressions I and my sin is 
ever before me. 

Against Thee, Thee only, have I. sinned, and done this 
evil in Thy sight : that Thou mightest be justified when 
Thou speakest, and be clear when Thou judgest. 

Behold, I was shapen in iniquity : and in sin did my 
mother conceive me. 

Behold, Thou desirest truth in the inward parts : 
and in the hidden part Thou shalt make me to know 
wisdom. 

Purge me with hyssop, and I shall be clean : wash me, 
and I shall be whiter than snow. 

Make me to hear joy and gladness : that the bones 
which Thou hast broken may rejoice. 

Hide Thy face from my sins : and blot out all mine 
iniquities. 

Create in me a clean heart, God : and renew a right 
spirit within me. 

Cast me not away from Thy presence : and take not 
Thy Holy Spirit from me. 

Restore unto me the joy of Thy salvation ! and up- 
hold me with Thy free Spirit. 

Then will I teach transgressors Thy ways I and sin- 
ners shall be converted unto Thee. 

Deliver me from bloodguiltiness, God, Thou God 
of my salvation : and my tongue shall sing aloud of Thy 
righteousness. 

O Lord, open Thou my lips : and my mouth shall show 
forth Thy praise. 

For Thou desirest not sacrifice, else would I give it I 
Thou delightest not in burnt offering. 

The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit I a broken 
and a contrite heart, O God, Thou wilt not despise. 

Do good in Thy good pleasure unto Zion : build Thou 
the walls of Jerusalem. 

Then shalt Thou be pleased with the sacrifices of 



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righteousness, with burnt offering and whole burnt 
offering : then shall they offer bullocks upon Thine altar. 

Psalm 56. Miserere mei, Dcus, quoniam. 

BE merciful unto me, O God, for man would swallow 
me up I he fighting daily oppresseth me. 

Mine enemies would daily swallow me up : for they 
be many that fight against me, Thou Most High. 

What time I am afraid : I will trust in Thee. 

In God I will praise His Word, in God I have put 
my trust : I will not fear what flesh can do unto me. 

Every day they wrest my words I all their thoughts 
are against me for evil. 

They gather themselves together, they hide them- 
selves : they mark my steps, when they wait for my 
soul. 

Shall they escape by iniquity : in Thine anger cast 
down the people, O God. 

Thou tellest my wanderings, put Thou my tears into 
Thy bottle : are they not in Thy book? 

When I cry unto Thee, then shall mine enemies turn 
back : this I know, for God is for me. 

In God, will I praise His Word : in the Lord will I 
praise His Word. 

In God have I put my trust : I will not be afraid what 
man can do unto me. 

Thy vows are upon me, O God : I will render praises 
unto Thee. 

For Thou hast delivered my soul from death, wilt not 
Thou deliver my feet from falling : that I may walk be- 
fore God in the light of the living? 

Psalm 57. Miserere mei, Deus, miserere. 

BE merciful unto me, O God, be merciful unto me, 
for my soul trusteth in Th(5e : yea, in the shadow of 
Thy wings will I make my refuge, until these calamities 
be overpast. 



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I will cry unto God most high : unto God that per- 
formeth all things for me. 

He shall send from heaven, and save me from the re- 
proach of him that would swallow me up : God shall send 
forth His mercy and His truth. 

My soul is among lions : and I lie even among them 
that are set on fire, 

Even the sons of men, whose teeth are spears and 
arrows : and their tongues a sharp sword. 

Be thou exalted, O God, above the heavens : let 
Thy glory be above all the earth. 

They have prepared a net for my steps, my soul is 
bowed down : they have digged a pit before me, into the 
midst whereof they are fallen themselves. 

My heart is fixed, O God, my heart is fixed I I will 
sing and give praise. 

Awake up, my glory; awake, psaltery and harp : I 
myself will awake early. 

I will praise Thee, O Lord, among the people I I will 
sing unto Thee among the nations. 

For Thy mercy is great unto the heavens : and Thy 
truth unto the clouds. 

Be Thou exalted, O God, above the heavens : let 
Thy glory be above all the earth. 

Psalm 61. Exaudi, Deus, deprecationem. 

HEAR my cry, O God : attend unto my prayer. 
From the end of the earth will I cry unto Thee, 
when my heart is overwhelmed : lead me to the Rock 
that is higher than I. 

For Thou hast been a shelter for me : and a strong 
tower from the enemy. 

I will abide in Thy tabernacle for ever : I will trust 
in the covert of Thy wings. 

For Thou, O God, hast heard my vows : Thou 
hast given me the heritage of those that fear Thy 
Name. 



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Thou wilt prolong the king's life : and his years as 
many generations. 

He shall abide before God for ever I O prepare mercy 
and truth, which may preserve him. 

So will I sing praise unto Thy Name for ever : that 
I may daily perform my vows. 

Psalm 62. Nonne Deo subjecta. 

TRULY my soul waiteth upon God : from Him Com- 
eth my salvation. 

He only is my Rock and my Salvation : He is my 
Defence, I shall not be greatly moved. 

How long will ye imagine mischief against a man : 
ye shall be slain all of you, as a bowing wall shall ye be, 
and as a tottering fence. 

They only consult to cast him down from his excel- 
lency I they delight in lies, they bless with their mouth, 
but they curse inwardly. 

My soul, wait thou only upon God : for my expecta- 
tion is from Him. 

He only is my Rock and my Salvation : He is my 
Defence, I shall not be moved. 

In God is my salvation and my glory : the Rock of 
my strength, and my refuge, is in God. 

Trust in Him at all times, ye people, pour out your 
heart before Him I God is a refuge for us. 

Surely men of low degree are vanity, and men of high 
degree are a lie : to be laid in the balance, they are alto- 
gether lighter than vanity. 

Trust not in oppression, and become not vain in 
robbery : if riches increase, set not your heart upon 
them. 

God hath spoken once, twice have I heard this : that 
power belongeth unto God. 

Also unto Thee, O Lord, belongeth mercy : for Thou 
renderest to every man according to his work. 



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Psalm 63. Deus, Deus mens. 

OGOD, Thou art my God : early will I seek Thee; 
My soul thirsteth for Thee I my flesh longeth for 
Thee in* a dry and thirsty land, where no water is; 

To see Thy power and Thy glory : so as I have seen 
Thee in the sanctuary. 

Because Thy lovingkindness is better than life : my 
lips shall praise Thee. 

Thus will I bless Thee while I live : I will lift up my 
hands in Thy Name. 

My soul shall be satisfied as with marrow and fat- 
ness I and my mouth shall praise Thee with joyful lips; 

When I remember Thee upon my bed : and meditate 
on Thee in the night watches. 

Because Thou hast been my help : therefore in the 
shadow of Thy wings will I rejoice. 

My soul followeth hard after Thee : Thy right hand 
upholdeth me. 

Psalm 65. Te decet hymnus, Deus. 

PRAISE waiteth for Thee, O God, in Sion : and unto 
Thee shall the vow be performed. 

O Thou that hearest prayer I unto Thee shall all flesh 
come. 

Iniquities prevail against me : as for our transgres- 
sions, Thou shalt purge them away. 

Blessed is the man whom Thou choosest, and causest 
to approach unto Thee : that he may dwell in Thy 
courts; 

We shall be satisfied with the goodness of Thy house : 
even of Thy holy temple. 

By terrible things in righteousness wilt Thou answer 
us I O God of our salvation; 

Who art the confidence of all the ends of the earth : 
and of them that are afar off upon the sea; 

Which by His strength setteth fast the mountains : 
being girded with power; 



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Which stilleth the noise of the seas : the noise of their 
waves, and the tumult of the people. 

They also that dwell in the uttermost parts are afraid 
at Thy tokens : Thou makest the outgoings of the morn- 
ing and evening to rejoice. 

Thou visitest the earth, and waterest it : Thou greatly 
enrichest it with the river of God, which is full of water. 

Thou preparest them corn : when Thou hast so pro- 
vided for it. 

Thou waterest the ridges thereof abundantly : Thou 
settlest the furrows thereof. 

Thou makest it soft with showers I Thou blessest the 
springing thereof. 

Thou crownest the year with Thy goodness I and Thy 
paths drop fatness. 

They drop upon the pastures of the wilderness : and 
the little hills rejoice on every side. 

The pastures are clothed with flocks, the valleys also 
are covered over with corn : they shout for joy, they also 
sing. 

Psalm 66. Jubilate Deo, omnis terra, 

MAKE a joyful noise unto God, all ye lands : Sing 
forth the honor of His Name, make His praise 
glorious. 

Say unto God, How terrible art Thou in Thy works : 
through the greatness of Thy power shall Thine enemies 
submit themselves unto Thee. 

All the earth shall worship Thee, and shall sing unto 
Thee : they shall sing to Thy Name. 

Come and see the works of God : He is terrible in His 
doing toward the children of men. 

He turned the sea into dry land : they went through 
the flood on foot, there did we rejoice in Him. 

He ruleth by His power for ever, His eyes behold the 
nations : let not the rebellious exalt themselves. 

O bless our God, ye people : and make the voice of 
His praise to be heard; 



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Which holdeth our soul in life : and suffereth not our 
feet to be moved. 

For Thou, O God, hast proved us : Thou hast tried 
us, as silver is tried. 

Thou broughtest us into the net : Thou laidst afflic- 
tion upon our loins. 

Thou hast caused men to ride over our heads I we 
went through fire and through water, but Thou brought- 
est us out into a wealthy place. 

I will go into Thy house with burnt offerings : I will 
pay Thee my vows, which my lips have uttered, and 
my mouth hath spoken, when I was in trouble. 

I will offer unto Thee burnt sacrifices of fatlings, with 
the incense of rams : I will offer bullocks with goats. 

Come and hear, all ye that fear God : and I will de- 
clare what He hath done for my soul. 

I cried unto Him with my mouth : and He was ex- 
tolled with my tongue. 

If I regard iniquity in my heart : the Lord will not 
hear me. 

But verily God hath heard me : He hath attended to 
the voice of my prayer. 

Blessed be God which hath not turned away my 
prayer I nor His mercy from me. 

Psalm 67. Deus misereatur nostri. 

GOD be merciful unto us, and bless us : and cause 
His face to shine upon us; 

That Thy way may be known upon earth : Thy sav- 
ing health among all nations. 

Let the people praise Thee, O God : let all the people 
praise Thee. 

O let the nations be glad and sing for joy : for Thou 
shalt judge the people righteously, and govern the 
nations upon earth. 

Let the people praise Thee, O God : let all the people 
praise Thee. 



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Then shall the earth yield her increase : and God, 
even our own God, shall bless us. 

God shall bless us : and all the ends of the earth shall 
fear Him. 

Psalm 68* Exsurgat Deus. 

LET God arise, let His enemies be scattered : let 
J them also that hate Him flee before Him. 

As smoke is driven away, so drive them away : as 
wax melteth before the fire, so let the wicked perish at 
the presence of God. 

But let the righteous be glad, let them rejoice before 
God : yea, let them exceedingly rejoice. 

Sing unto God, sing praises to His Name : extol Him 
that rideth upon the heavens by His Name JAH, and 
rejoice before Him. 

A father of the fatherless, and a judge of the widows : 
is God in His holy habitation. 

God setteth the solitary in families, He bringeth out 
those which are bound with chains : but the rebellious 
dwell in a dry land. 

O God, when Thou wentest forth before Thy people I 
when Thou didst march through the wilderness, 

The earth shook, the heavens also dropped at the 
presence of God ! even Sinai itself was moved at the 
presence of God, the God of Israel. 

Thou, O God, didst send a plentiful rain : whereby 
Thou didst confirm thine inheritance, when it was 
weary. 

Thy congregation hath dwelt therein : Thou, O God, 
hast prepared of Thy goodness for the poor. 

The Lord gave the word : great was the company of 
those that published it. 

Kings of armies did flee apace : and she that tarried 
at home divided the spoil. 

Though ye have lien among the pots, yet shall ye be 
as the wings of a dove : covered with silver, and her 
feathers with yellow gold. 



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When the Almighty scattered kings in it : it was white 
as snow in Salmon. 

The hill of God is as the hill of Bashan I an high hill 
as the hill of Bashan. 

Why leap ye, ye high hills? this is the hill which God 
desireth to dwell in : yea, the Lord will dwell in it for 
ever. 

The chariots of God are twenty thousand, even 
thousands of angels : the Lord is among them, as in 
Sinai, in the holy place. 

Thou hast ascended on high, Thou hast led captivity 
captive, Thou hast received gifts for men : yea, for the 
rebellious also, that the Lord God might dwell among 
them. 

Blessed be the Lord, Who daily loadeth us with bene- 
fits : even the God of our salvation. 

Psalm 69. Salvum me fac, Deus. 

SAVE me, O God : for the waters are come in unto 
my soul. 

I sink in deep mire, where there is no standing : I am 
come into deep waters, where the floods overflow me. 

I am weary of my crying, my throat is dried : mine 
eyes fail while I wait for my God. 

I am become a stranger unto my brethren I and an 
alien unto my mother's children. 

For the zeal of Thine house hath eaten me up : and 
the reproaches of them that reproached Thee are fallen 
upon me. 

But as for me, my prayer is unto Thee, Lord, in 
an acceptable time I O God, in the multitude of Thy 
mercy hear me, in the truth of Thy salvation. 

Deliver me out of the mire, and let me not sink : let 
me be delivered from them that hate me, and out of the 
deep waters. 

Let not the waterflood overflow me, neither let the 
deep swallow me up : and let not the pit shut her mouth 
upon me. 



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Hear me, O Lord, for Thy lovingkindness is good : 
turn unto me according to the multitude of Thy tender 
mercies. 

And hide not Thy face from Thy servant, for I am 
in trouble : hear me speedily. 

Draw nigh unto my soul, and redeem it I deliver me 
because of mine enemies. 

Thou hast known my reproach, and my shame, 
and my dishonor : mine adversaries are all before 
Thee. 

Reproach hath broken my heart : and I am full of 
heaviness. 

And I looked for some to take pity, but there was 
none : and for comforters, but I found none. 

They gave me also gall for my meat : and in my thirst 
they gave me vinegar to drink. 

I am poor and sorrowful I let Thy salvation, God, 
set me up on high. 

I will praise the Name of God with a song I and will 
magnify Him with thanksgiving. 

The humble shall see this and be glad : and your heart 
shall live that seek God. 

For the Lord heareth the poor : and despiseth not 
His prisoners. 

Let the heaven and earth praise Him : the seas, and 
every thing that moveth therein. 

For God will save Zion, and will build the cities of 
Judah : that they may dwell there, and have it in 
possession. 

The seed also of His servants shall inherit it : and 
they that love His Name shall dwell therein. 

Psalm 71. In te, Domine, speravi. 

IN Thee, Lord, do I put my trust : let me never be 
put to confusion. 

Deliver me in Thy righteousness, and cause me to es- 
cape : incline Thine ear unto me, and save me. 



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Be Thou my strong habitation, whereunto I may con- 
tinually resort I Thou hast given commandment to save 
me, for Thou art my Rock and my Fortress. 

Deliver me, my God, out of the hand of the wicked : 
out of the hand of the unrighteous and cruel man. 

For Thou art my hope, Lord God : Thou art my 
trust from my youth. 

Let my mouth be filled with Thy praise : and with 
Thy honor all the day. 

Cast me not off in the time of old age : forsake me not 
when my strength faileth. 

For mine enemies speak against me : and they that 
lay wait for my soul take counsel together, 

Saying, God hath forsaken him : persecute and take 
him, for there is none to deliver him. 

God, be not far from me I my God, make haste 
for my help. 

But I will hope continually I and will yet praise Thee 
more and more. 

My mouth shall show forth Thy righteousness and 
Thy salvation all the day : for I know not the numbers 
thereof. 

1 will go in the strength of the Lord God : I will 
make mention of Thy righteousness, even of Thine 
only. 

God, Thou hast taught me from my youth : and 
hitherto have I declared Thy wondrous works. 

Now also when I am old and greyheaded, God, 
forsake me not I until I have showed Thy strength unto 
this generation, and Thy power to every one that is to 
come. 

Thy righteousness also, God, is very high, Who hast 
done great things : O God, who is like unto Thee ! 

1 will also praise Thee with the psaltery, even Thy 
truth, my God : unto Thee will I sing with the harp, 
O Thou Holy One of Israel. 

My lips shall greatly rejoice when I sing unto Thee : 
and my soul, which Thou hast redeemed. 



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Psalm 72. Deus, judicium. 

GIVE the king Thy judgments, O God : and Thy 
righteousness unto the king's son. 

He shall judge Thy people with righteousness : and 
Thy poor with judgment. 

The mountains shall bring peace to the people : and 
the little hills, by righteousness. 

He shall judge the poor of the people, He shall save 
the children of the needy : and shall break in pieces the 
oppressor. 

They shall fear Thee as long as the sun and moon 
endure : throughout all generations. 

He shall come down like rain upon the mown grass I 
as showers that water the earth. 

In His days shall the righteous flourish : and abun- 
dance of peace so long as the moon endureth. 

He shall have dominion also from sea to sea I and 
from the river unto the ends of the earth. 

They that dwell in the wilderness shall bow before 
Him : and His enemies shall lick the dust. 

The kings of Tarshish and of the isles shall bring 
presents : the kings of Sheba and Seba shall offer gifts. 

Yea, all kings shall fall down before Him : all nations 
shall serve Him. 

For He shall deliver the needy when he crieth : the 
poor also, and him that hath no helper. 

He shall spare the poor and needy : and shall save 
the souls of the needy. 

He shall redeem their soul from deceit and violence : 
and precious shall their blood be in His sight. 

And He shall live, and to Him shall be given of the 
gold of Sheba I prayer also shall be made for Him con- 
tinually, and daily shall He be praised. 

There shall be an handful of corn in the earth upon the 
top of the mountains : the fruit thereof shall shake like 
Lebanon, and they of the city shall flourish like grass of 
the earth. 



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His Name shall endure for ever, His Name shall be 
continued as long as the sun : and men shall be blessed 
in Him, all nations shall call Him blessed. 

Blessed be the Lord God, the God of Israel : Who 
only doeth wondrous things. 

And blessed be His glorious Name for ever : and let 
the whole earth be filled with His glory. Amen, and 
Amen. 

Psalm 77. Voce mea ad Dominum clamavi. 

I CRIED unto God with my voice : even unto God with 
my voice, and He gave ear unto me. 

In the day of my trouble I sought the Lord : my sore 
ran in the night, and ceased not, my soul refused to be 
comforted. 

I remembered God, and was troubled : I complained, 
and my spirit was overwhelmed. 

Thou holdest mine eyes waking : I am so troubled 
that I cannot speak. 

I have considered the days of old : the years of ancient 
times. 

I call to remembrance my song in the night : I com- 
mune with mine own heart, and my spirit made diligent 
search. 

Will the Lord cast off for ever : and will He be favor- 
able no more? 

Is His mercy clean gone for ever : doth His promise 
fail for evermore? 

Hath God forgotten to be gracious : hath He in anger 
shut up His tender mercies? 

And I said, This is my infirmity : but I will remember 
the years of the right hand of the Most High. 

I will remember the works of the Lord : surely I will 
remember Thy wonders of old. 

I will meditate also of all Thy work I and talk of Thy 
doings. 

Thy way, God, is in the sanctuary : Who is so great 
a God as our God? 



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Thou art the God that doest wonders : Thou hast 
declared Thy strength among the people. 

Thou hast with Thine arm redeemed Thy people : 
the sons of Jacob and Joseph. 

The waters saw Thee, O God, the waters saw Thee, 
they were afraid : the depths also were troubled. 

The clouds poured out water, the skies sent out a 
sound : Thine arrows also went abroad. 

The voice of Thy thunder was in the heaven : the 
lightnings lightened the world, the earth trembled and 
shook. 

Thy way is in the sea, and Thy path in the great 
waters : and Thy footsteps are not known. 

Thou leddest Thy people like a flock : by the hand of 
Moses and Aaron. 

Psalm 80. Qui regis Israel. 

GIVE ear, O Shepherd of Israel, Thou that leadest 
Joseph like a flock : Thou that dwellest between 
the cherubims, shine forth. 

Before Ephraim and Benjamin and Manasseh stir up 
Thy strength : and come and save us. 

Turn us again, O God : and cause Thy face to shine, 
and we shall be saved. 

O Lord God of hosts : how long wilt Thou be angry 
against the prayer of Thy people? 

Thou feedest them with the bread of tears : and givest 
them tears to drink in great measure. 

Thou makest us a strife unto our neighbors : and our 
enemies laugh among themselves. 

Turn us again, O God of hosts I and cause Thy face 
to shine, and we shall be saved. 

Thou hast brought a vine out of Egypt I Thou hast 
cast out the heathen, and planted it. 

Thou preparedst room before it : and didst cause it to 
take deep root, and it filled the land. 

The hills were covered with the shadow of it : and the 
boughs thereof were like the goodly cedars. 



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She sent out her boughs unto the sea I and her 
branches unto the river. 

Why hast Thou then broken down her hedges : so 
that all they which pass by the way do pluck her? 

The boar out of the wood doth waste it : and the 
wild beast of the field doth devour it. 

Return, we beseech Thee, O God of hosts : look down 
from heaven, and behold, and visit this vine; 

And the vineyard which Thy right hand hath 
planted I and the branch that Thou madest strong for 
Thyself. 

It is burned with fire, it is cut down : they perish at 
the rebuke of Thy countenance. 

Let Thy hand be upon the man of Thy right hand : 
upon the son of man whom Thou madest strong for 
Thyself. 

So will not we go back from Thee : quicken us, and 
we will call upon Thy Name. 

Turn us again, O Lord God of hosts : cause Thy face 
to shine, and we shall be saved. 

Psalm 84. Quam dilecta tabernacula. 

HOW amiable are Thy tabernacles, O Lord of hosts ! 
My soul longeth, yea, even fainteth for the courts 
of the Lord : my heart and my flesh crieth out for the 
living God. 

Yea, the sparrow hath found an house, and the swal- 
low a nest for herself, where she may lay her young : 
even Thine altars, O Lord of hosts, my King and my 
God. 

Blessed are they that dwell in Thy house : they will 
be still praising Thee. 

Blessed is the man whose strength is in Thee : in 
whose heart are the ways of them. 

Who passing through the valley of Baca make it a 
well : the rain also filleth the pools. 

They go from strength to strength : every one of them 
in Zion appeareth before God. 



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O Lord God of hosts, hear my prayer : give ear, O 
God of Jacob. 

Behold, O God our Shield : and look upon the face of 
Thine anointed. 

For a day in Thy courts is better than a thousand : I 
had rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God, than 
to dwell in the tents of wickedness. 

For the Lord God is a Sun and Shield : the Lord will 
give grace and glory; 

No good thing will He withhold from them that walk 
uprightly : O. Lord of hosts, blessed is the man that 
trusteth in Thee. 



Psalm 85. Benedixisti, Domine. 

LORD, Thou hast been favorable unto Thy land : 
J Thou hast brought back the captivity of Jacob. 

Thou hast forgiven the iniquity of Thy people : 
Thou hast covered all their sin. 

Thou hast taken away all Thy wrath ! Thou hast 
turned Thyself from the fierceness of Thine anger. 

Turn us, O God of our salvation : and cause Thine 
anger toward us to cease. 

Wilt Thou be angry with us for ever I wilt Thou draw 
out Thine anger to all generations? 

Wilt Thou not revive us again : that Thy people may 
rejoice in Thee? 

Show us Thy mercy, O Lord I and grant us Thy sal- 
vation. 

I will hear what God the Lord will speak : for He 
will speak peace unto His people, and to His saints, but 
let them not turn again to folly. 

Surely His salvation is nigh them that fear Him I 
that glory may dwell in our land. 

Mercy and truth are met together : righteousness and 
peace have kissed each other. 

Truth shall spring out of the earth : and righteousness 
shall look down from heaven. 



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Yea, the Lord shall give that which is good : and our 
land shall yield her increase. 

Righteousness shall go before Him I and shall set us 
in the way of His steps. 

Psalm 86. Incliria, Domine. 

BOW down Thine ear, O Lord, hear me : for I am 
poor and needy. 

Preserve my soul, for I am holy I Thou my God, 
save Thy servant that trusteth in Thee. 

Be merciful unto me, O Lord : for I cry unto Thee 
daily. 

Rejoice the soul of Thy servant I for unto Thee, O 
Lord, do I lift up my soul. 

For Thou, Lord, art good, and ready to forgive : and 
plenteous in mercy unto all them that call upon Thee. 

Give ear, O Lord, unto my prayer : and attend to the 
voice of my supplications. 

In the day of my trouble I will call upon Thee : for 
Thou wilt answer me. 

Among the gods there is none like unto Thee, O Lord : 
neither are there any works like unto Thy works. 

All nations whom Thou hast made shall come and 
worship before Thee, O Lord : and shall glorify Thy 
Name. 

For Thou art great, and doest wondrous things : 
Thou art God alone. 

Teach me Thy way, O Lord, I will walk in Thy 
truth : unite my heart to fear Thy Name. 

I will praise Thee, O Lord my God, with all my 
heart : and I will glorify Thy Name for evermore. 

For great is Thy mercy toward me : and Thou hast 
delivered my soul from the lowest hell. 

O God, the proud are risen against me I and the assem- 
blies of violent men have sought after my soul, and have 
not set Thee before them. 

But Thou, O Lord, art a God full of compassion, and 



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gracious : longsuffering and plenteous in mercy and 
truth. 

turn unto me, and have mercy upon me : give Thy 
strength unto Thy servant, and save the son of Thine 
handmaid. 

Show me a token for good; that they which hate me 
may see it, and be ashamed : because Thou, Lord, hast 
holpen me, and comforted me. 

Psalm 87. Fundamenta ejus. 

HIS foundation : is in the holy mountains. 
The Lord loveth the gates of Zion : more than 
all the dwellings of Jacob. 

Glorious things are spoken of Thee : O city of God. 

1 will make mention of Rahab and Babylon : to them 
that know me ; 

Behold Philistia, and Tyre, with Ethiopia : this man 
was born there. 

And of Zion it shall be said, This and that man was 
born in her : and the Highest Himself shall establish 
her. 

The Lord shall count, when He writeth up the 
people I that this man was born there. 

As well the singers as the players on instruments shall 
be there : all my springs are in thee. 

Psalm 89. Misericordias Domini. 

I WILL sing of the mercies of the Lord for ever : with 
my mouth will I make known Thy faithfulness to all 
generations. 

For I have said, Mercy shall be built up for ever : 
Thy faithfulness shalt Thou establish in the very 
heavens. 

I have made a covenant with My chosen : I have 
sworn unto David My servant. 

Thy seed will I establish for ever : and build up thy 
throne to all generations. 



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And the heavens shall praise Thy wonders, O Lord : 
Thy faithfulness also in the congregation of the saints. 

For who in the heaven can be compared unto the 
Lord : who among the sons of the mighty can be likened 
unto the Lord? 

God is greatly to be feared in the assembly of the 
saints : and to be had in reverence of all them that are 
about Him. 

O Lord God of hosts, who is a strong Lord like unto 
Thee : or to Thy faithfulness round about Thee? 

Thou rulest the raging of the sea : when the waves 
thereof arise, Thou stillest them. 

Thou hast broken Rahab in pieces, as one that is 
slain : Thou hast scattered Thine enemies with Thy 
strong arm. 

The heavens are Thine, the earth also is Thine I as 
for the world and the fulness thereof, Thou hast founded 
them. 

The north and the south Thou hast created them : 
Tabor and Hermon shall rejoice in Thy Name. 

Thou hast a mighty arm : strong is Thy hand, and 
high is Thy right hand. 

Justice and judgment are the habitation of Thy 
throne ! mercy and truth shall go before Thy face. 

Blessed is the people that know the joyful sound : 
they shall walk, O Lord, in the light of Thy counte- 
nance. 

In Thy Name shall they rejoice all the day : and in 
Thy righteousness shall they be exalted. 

For Thou art the glory of their strength * and in Thy 
favor our horn shall be exalted. 

For the Lord is our defence : and the Holy One of 
Israel is our King. 



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Psalm 90. Domine y refugium. 
ORD, Thou hast been our dwelling place : in all 



generations. 



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Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever 
Thou hadst formed the earth and the world : even from 
everlasting to everlasting, Thou art God. 

Thou turnest man to destruction : and sayest, Re- 
turn, ye children of men. 

For a thousand years in Thy sight are but as yester- 
day when it is past * and as a watch in the night. 

Thou carries t them away as with a flood, they are as 
a sleep I in the morning they are like grass which groweth 

In the morning it flourisheth and groweth up : in the 
evening it is cut down, and w T ithereth. 

For we are consumed by Thine anger : and by Thy 
wrath are we troubled. 

Thou hast set our iniquities before Thee : our secret 
sins in the light of Thy countenance. 

For all our days are passed away in Thy wrath : we 
spend our years as a tale that is told. 

The days of our years are threescore years and ten; 
and if by reason of strength they be fourscore years : yet 
is their strength labor and sorrow; for it is soon cut 
off, and we fly away. 

Who knoweth the power of Thine anger : even accord- 
ing to Thy fear, so is Thy wrath. 

So teach us to number our days : that we may apply 
our hearts unto wisdom. 

Return, O Lord, how long : and let it repent Thee con- 
cerning Thy servants. 

O satisfy us early with Thy mercy : that we may re- 
joice and be glad all our days. 

Make us glad according to the days wherein Thou 
hast afflicted us I and the years wherein we have seen 
evil. 

Let Thy work appear unto Thy servants : and Thy 
glory unto their children. 

And let the beauty of the Lord our God be upon us : 
and establish Thou the work of our hands upon us, yea, 
the work of our hands establish Thou it. 



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Psalm 91. Qui habitat. 

HE that dwelleth in the secret place of the Most 
High : shall abide under the shadow of the Al- 
mighty. 

I will say of the Lord, He is my Refuge and my 
Fortress : my God; in Him will I trust. 

Surely He shall deliver thee from the snare of the 
fowler : and from the noisome pestilence. 

He shall cover thee with His feathers, and under His 
wings shalt thou trust : His truth shall be thy shield and 
buckler. 

Thou shalt not be afraid for the terror by night I nor 
for the arrow that flieth by day; 

Xor for the pestilence that walketh in darkness : nor 
for the destruction that wasteth at noonday. 

A thousand shall fall at thy side, and ten thousand 
at thy right hand : but it shall not come nigh thee. 

Only with thine eyes shalt thou behold : and see the 
reward of the wicked. 

Because thou hast made the Lord, which is my 
Refuge : even the Most High, thy habitation; 

There shall no evil befall thee : neither shall any 
plague come nigh thy dwelling. 

For He shall give His angels charge over thee : to 
keep thee in all thy ways. 

They shall bear thee up in their hands : lest thou dash 
thy foot against a stone. 

Thou shalt tread upon the lion and adder : the young 
lion and the dragon shalt thou trample under feet. 

Because he hath set his love upon Me, therefore will I 
deliver him : I will set him on high, because he hath 
known My Xame. 

He shall call upon Me, and I will answer him : I will 
be with him in trouble, I will deliver him, and honor 
him. 

With long life will I satisfy him : and show him My 
salvation. 



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Psalm 92. Bonum est conftteri. 

IT is a good thing to give thanks unto the Lord : and 
to sing praises unto Thy Name, O Most High, 

To show forth Thy lovingkindness in the morning : 
and Thy faithfulness every night, 

Upon an instrument of ten strings, and upon the 
psaltery : upon the harp with a solemn sound. 

For Thou, Lord, hast made me glad through Thy 
work : I will triumph in the works of Thy hands. 

O Lord, how great are Thy works : and Thy thoughts 
are very deep. 

A brutish man knoweth not I neither doth a fool un- 
derstand this. 

When the wicked spring as the grass, and when all the 
workers of iniquity do flourish : it is that they shall be 
destroyed for ever, but Thou, Lord, art most high for 
evermore. 

For, lo, Thine enemies, O Lord, for, lo, Thine ene- 
mies shall perish I all the workers of iniquity shall be 
scattered. 

But my horn shalt Thou exalt like the horn of an 
unicorn : I shall be anointed with fresh oil. 

Mine eye also shall see my desire on mine enemies : 
and mine ears shall hear my desire of the wicked that 
rise up against me. 

The righteous shall flourish like the palm tree I he 
shall grow like a cedar in Lebanon. 

Those that be planted in the house of the Lord : shall 
flourish in the courts of our God. 

They shall still bring forth fruit in old age : they shall 
be fat and flourishing; 

To show that the Lord is upright, He is my Rock : 
and there is no unrighteousness in Him. 

Psalm 93. Dominus regnavit. 

THE Lord reigneth, He is clothed with majesty : 
the Lord is clothed with strength, wherewith He 
hath girded Himself. 



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The world also is stablished : that it cannot be moved. 

Thy throne is established of old : Thou art from ever- 
lasting. 

The floods have lifted up, O Lord, the floods have 
lifted up their voice : the floods lift up their waves. 

The Lord on high is mightier than the noise of many 
waters I yea, than the mighty waves of the sea. 

Thy testimonies are very sure : holiness becometh 
Thine house, O Lord, for ever. 



Psalm 95. Venite, exultemus. 

OCOME, let us sing unto the Lord : let us make a 
joyful noise to the Rock of our salvation. 

Let us come before His presence with thanksgiving I 
and make a joyful noise unto Him with psalms. 

For the Lord is a great God : and a great King above 
all gods. 

In His hand are the deep places of the earth I the 
strength of the hills is His also. 

The sea is His, and He made it I and His hands formed 
the dry land. 

O come, let us worship and bow down : let us kneel 
before the Lord our Maker. 

For He is our God : and we are the people of His 
pasture, and the sheep of His hand. 

Today if ye will hear His voice, harden not your 
heart : as in the provocation, and as in the day of 
temptation in the wilderness; 

When your fathers tempted Me : proved Me, and saw 
My work. 

Forty years long was I grieved with this generation, 
and said : It is a people that do err in their heart, and 
they have not known My ways; 

Unto whom I sware in My wrath I that they should 
not enter into My rest. 



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Psalm 96. Cantate Domino. 

OSING unto the Lord a new song : sing unto the 
Lord, all the earth. 

Sing unto the Lord, bless His Name : show forth His 
salvation from day to day. 

Declare His glory among the heathen : His wonders 
among all people. 

For the Lord is great, and greatly to be praised : He 
is to be feared above all gods. 

For all the gods of the nations are idols : but the 
Lord made the heavens. 

Honor and majesty are before Him : strength and 
beauty are in His sanctuary. 

Give unto the Lord, O ye kindreds of the people : 
give unto the Lord glory and strength. 

Give unto the Lord the glory due unto His Name : 
bring an offering, and come into His courts. 

O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness I fear 
before Him all the earth. 

Say among the heathen that the Lord reigneth, the 
world also shall be established that it shall not be 
moved ! He shall judge the people righteously. 

Let the heavens rejoice, and let the earth be glad I let 
the sea roar, and the fulness thereof. 

Let the field be joyful, and all that is therein : then 
shall all the trees of the wood rejoice before the Lord; 

For He cometh, for He cometh to judge the earth : 
He shall judge the world with righteousness, and the 
people with His truth. 

Psalm 97. Dominus regnavit. 

THE Lord reigneth, let the earth rejoice : let the 
multitude of isles be glad thereof. 
Clouds and darkness are round about Him : righteous- 
ness and judgment are the habitation of His throne. 

A fire goeth before Him : and burneth up His enemies 
round about. 



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His lightnings enlightened the world : the earth saw 
and trembled. 

The hills melted like wax at the presence of the 
Lord I at the presence of the Lord of the whole earth. 

The heavens declare His righteousness : and all the 
people see His glory. 

Confounded be all they that serve graven images, 
that boast themselves of idols : worship Him, all ye 
gods. 

Zion heard, and was glad : and the daughters of 
Judah rejoiced because of Thy judgments, Lord. 

For Thou, Lord, art high above all the earth I Thou 
art exalted far above all gods. 

Ye that love the Lord, hate evil : He preserveth the 
souls of His saints, He delivereth them out of the hand 
of the wicked. 

Light is sown for the righteous I and gladness for the 
upright in heart. 

Rejoice in the Lord, ye righteous : and give thanks 
at the remembrance of His holiness. 

Psalm 98. Cantate Domino. 

OSING unto the Lord a new song : for He hath done 
marvellous things; 

His right hand, and His holy arm I hath gotten Him 
the victory. 

The Lord hath made known His salvation : His 
righteousness hath He openly showed in the sight of 
the heathen. 

He hath remembered His mercy and His truth to- 
ward the house of Israel : all the ends of the earth have 
seen the salvation of our God. 

Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all the earth t 
make a loud noise, and rejoice, and sing praise. 

Sing unto the Lord with the harp : with the harp, 
and the voice of a psalm. 

With trumpets and sound of cornet : make a joyful 
noise before the Lord, the King. 



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Let the sea roar, and the fulness thereof : the world, 
and they that dwell therein. 

Let the floods clap their hands, let the hills be joyful 
together before the Lord : for He cometh to judge the 
earth; 

With righteousness shall He judge the world : and 
the people with equity. 

Psalm 100. Jubilate Deo. 

MAKE a joyful noise unto the Lord, all ye lands : 
Serve the Lord with gladness, come before His 
presence with singing. 

Know ye that the Lord He is God : it is He that hath 
made us, and not we ourselves, we are His people, and 
the sheep of His pasture. 

Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into 
His courts with praise : be thankful unto Him, and bless 
His Name. 

For the Lord is good, His mercy is everlasting : and 
His truth endure th to all generations. 

Psalm 102. Domine, exaudi orationem meam. 
[A Penitential Psalm.] 
I. Domine, exaudi orationem meam. 

HEAR my prayer, O Lord : and let my cry come 
unto Thee. 

Hide not Thy face from me in the day when I am in 
trouble : incline Thine ear unto me : in the day when I 
call answer me speedily. 

For my days are consumed like smoke : and my bones 
are burned as an hearth. 

My heart is smitten, and withered like grass ! so that 
I forget to eat my bread. 

By reason of the voice of my groaning : my bones 
cleave to my skin. 

I am like a pelican of the wilderness : I am like an owl 
of the desert. 



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I watch, and am as a sparrow I alone upon the house 
top. 

Mine enemies reproach me all the day I and they that 
are mad against me are sworn against me. 

For I have eaten ashes like bread : and mingled my 
drink with weeping, 

Because of Thine indignation and Thy wrath : for 
Thou hast lifted me up, and cast me down. 

My davs are like a shadow that declineth : and I am 
withered like grass. 

But Thou, O Lord, shalt endure for ever : and Thy 
remembrance unto all generations. 

Thou shalt arise, and have mercy upon Zion : for 
the time to favor her, yea, the set time, is come. 

For Thy servants take pleasure in her stones I and 
favor the dust thereof. 

So the heathen shall fear the Name of the Lord : 
and all the kings of the earth Thy glory. 

II. Quia oedificavit Dominus Sion. 

When the Lord shall build up Zion : He shall appear 
in His glory. 

He will regard the prayer of the destitute I and not 
despise their prayer. 

This shall be written for the generation to come I 
and the people which shall be created shall praise the 
Lord. 

For He hath looked down from the height of His 
sanctuary : from heaven did the Lord behold the earth; 

To hear the groaning. of the prisoner : to loose those 
that are appointed to death; 

To declare the Name of the Lord in Zion : and His 
praise in Jerusalem; 

• When the people are gathered together : and the 
kingdoms, to serve the Lord. 

He weakened my strength in the way : He shortened 
my davs. 



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I said, O my God, take me not away in the midst of 
my days * Thy years are throughout all generations. 

Of old hast Thou laid the foundation of the earth I 
and the heavens are the work of Thy hands. 

They shall perish, but Thou shalt endure : yea, all of 
them shall wax old like a garment; 

As a vesture shalt Thou change them I and they shall 
be changed; 

But Thou art the same : and Thy years shall have no 
end. 

The children of Thy servants shall continue : and 
their seed shall be established before Thee. 

Psalm 103. Benedic, anima mea, Domino, et omnia. 

BLESS the Lord, O my soul : and all that is wfthin 
me, bless His holy Name. 

Bless the Lord, O my soul I and forget not all His 
benefits; 

Who forgiveth all thine iniquities : Who healeth all 
thy diseases; 

Who redeemeth thy life from destruction : Who 
crowneth thee with lovingkindness and tender mercies; 

Who satisfieth thy mouth with good things : so that 
thy youth is renewed like the eagle's. 

The Lord executeth righteousness and judgment : 
for all that are oppressed. 

He made known His ways unto Moses I His acts unto 
the children of Israel. 

The Lord is merciful and gracious : slow to anger, and 
plenteous in mercy. 

He will not always chide : neither will He keep His 
anger forever. 

He hath not dealt with us after our sins : nor rewarded 
us according to our iniquities. 

For as the heaven is high above the earth : so great is 
His mercy toward them that fear Him. 

As far as the east is from the west I so far hath He 
removed our transgressions from us. 



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Like as a father pitieth his children : so the Lord 
pitieth them that fear Him. 

For He knoweth our frame : He remembereth that 
we are dust. 

As for man, his days are as grass I as a flower of the 
field, so he flourisheth. 

For the wind passeth over it, and it is gone I and the 
place thereof shall know T it no more. 

But the mercy of the Lord is from everlasting to ever- 
lasting upon them that fear Him : and His righteousness 
unto children's children; 

To such as keep His covenant t and to those that re- 
member His commandments to do them. 

The Lord hath prepared His throne in the heavens : 
and His kingdom ruleth over all. 

Bless the Lord, ye His angels, that excel in strength : 
that do His commandments, harkening unto the voice 
of His Word. 

Bless ye the Lord, all ye His hosts I ye ministers of 
His, that do His pleasure. 

Bless the Lord, all His works in all places of His 
dominion : bless the Lord, O my soul. 

Psalm 104. Benedic, anima mea. 

BLESS the Lord, O my soul : O Lord my God, 
Thou art very great, Thou art clothed with honor 
and majesty. 

Who coverest Thyself with light as with a garment : 
Who stretchest out the heavens like a curtain; 

Who layeth the beams of His chambers in the waters : 
Who maketh the clouds His chariot, Who walketh upon 
the wings of the wind; 

Who maketh His angels spirits : His ministers a 
flaming fire; 

Who laid the foundations of the earth : that it should 
not be removed for ever. 

Thou coveredst it with the deep as with a garment : 
the waters stood above the mountains. 



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At Thy rebuke they fled : at the voice of Thy thunder 
they hasted away. 

They go up by the mountains, they go down by the 
valleys : unto the place which Thou hast founded for 
them. 

Thou hast set a bound that they may not pass over I 
that they turn not again to cover the earth. 

He sendeth the springs into the valleys : which run 
among the hills. 

They give drink to every beast of the field : the wild 
asses quench their thirst. 

By them shall the fowls of the heaven have their 
habitation I which sing among the branches. 

He watereth the hills from His chambers : the earth 
is satisfied with the fruit of Thy works. 

He causeth the grass to grow for the cattle 2 and herb 
for the service of man; 

That He may bring forth food out of the earth, and 
wine that maketh glad the heart of man : and oil to 
make his face to shine, and bread which strengtheneth 
man's heart. 

The trees of the Lord are full of sap I the cedars of 
Lebanon, which He hath planted; 

Where the birds make their nests I as for the stork, the 
fir trees are her house. 

The high hills are a refuge for the wild goats I and 
the rocks for the conies. 

He appointed the moon for seasons I the sun knoweth 
his going down. 

Thou makest darkness, and it is night I wherein all 
the beasts of the forest do creep forth. 

The young lions roar after their prey I and seek their 
meat from God. 

The sun ariseth, they gather themselves together : 
and lay them down in their dens. 

Man goeth forth unto his work and to his labor I 
until the evening. 



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Lord, how manifold are Thy works : in wisdom hast 
Thou made them all, the earth is full of Thy riches. 

So is this great and wide sea I wherein are things 
creeping innumerable, both small and great beasts. 

There go the ships, there is that leviathan : whom 
Thou hast made to play therein. 

These wait all upon Thee : that Thou mayest give 
them their meat in due season. 

That Thou givest them they gather : Thou openest 
Thine hand, they are filled with good. 

Thou hidest Thy face, they are troubled : Thou takest 
away their breath, they die, and return to their dust. 

Thou sendest forth Thy spirit, they are created : and 
Thou renewest the face of the earth. 

The glory of the Lord shall endure for ever : the Lord 
shall rejoice in His works. 

He looketh on the earth, and it trembleth I He touch- 
eth the hills, and they smoke. 

1 will sing unto the Lord as long as I live : I will sing 
praise to my God while I have my being. 

My meditation of Him shall be sweet : I will be glad 
in the Lord. 

Let the sinners be consumed out of the earth, and 
let the wicked be no more : Bless thou the Lord, O my 
soul. Praise ye the Lord. 

Psalm 110. Dixit Dominus. 

THE Lord said unto my Lord : Sit Thou at My right 
hand, until I make Thine enemies Thy footstool. 

The Lord shall send the rod of Thy strength out of 
Zion I rule Thou in the midst of Thine enemies. 

Thy people shall be willing in the day of Thy power, in 
the beauties of holiness from the womb of the morning : 
Thou hast the dew of Thy youth. 

The Lord hath sworn, and will not repent : Thou art 
a priest for ever after the order of Melchizedek. 

The Lord at Thy right hand : shall strike through 
kings in the day of His wrath. 



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He shall judge among the heathen, He shall fill the 
places with the dead bodies : He shall wound the heads 
over many countries. 

He shall drink of the brook in the way : therefore 
shall He lift up the head. 

Psalm 111. Confitebor tibi. 

PRAISE ye the Lord. I will praise the Lord with 
my whole heart : in the assembly of the upright, and 
in the congregation. 

The works of the Lord are great : sought out of all 
them that have pleasure therein. 

His work is honorable and glorious : and His righteous- 
ness endureth for ever. 

He hath made His wonderful works to be remem- 
bered : the Lord is gracious and full of compassion. 

He hath given meat unto them that fear Him : He 
will ever be mindful of His covenant. 

He hath showed His people the power of His works : 
that He may give them the heritage of the heathen. 

The works of His hands are verity and judgment : all 
His commandments are sure. 

They stand fast for ever and ever : and are done in 
truth and uprightness. 

He sent redemption unto His people : He hath com- 
manded His covenant for ever, holy and reverend is 
His Name. 

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom : a 
good understanding have all they that do His com- 
mandments, His praise endureth for ever. 

Psalm 112. Beatvs vir. 

PRAISE ye the Lord. Blessed is the man that 
feareth the Lord : that delighteth greatly in His 
commandments . 

His seed shall be mighty upon earth : the generation 
of the upright shall be blessed. 



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Wealth and riches shall be in his house : and his 
righteousness endureth for ever. 

Unto the upright there ariseth light in the darkness : 
he is gracious, and full of compassion, and righteous. 

A good man showeth favor, and lendeth : he will 
guide his affairs with discretion. 

Surely he shall not be moved for ever : the righteous 
shall be in everlasting remembrance. 

He shall not be afraid of evil tidings : his heart is 
fixed, trusting in the Lord. 

His heart is established, he shall not be afraid : until 
he see his desire upon his enemies. 

He hath dispersed, he hath given to the poor : his 
righteousness endureth for ever. 

Psalm 113. Laudatc, pueri. 

PRAISE ye the Lord. Praise, O ye servants of the 
Lord : praise the Name of the Lord. 

Blessed be the Name of the Lord : from this time 
forth and for evermore. 

From the rising of the sun unto the going down of 
the same : the Lord's Name is to be praised. 

The Lord is high above all nations : and His glory 
above the heavens. 

Who is like unto the Lord our God, Who dwelleth 
on high : Who humbleth Himself to behold the things 
that are in heaven, and in the earth! 

He raiseth up the poor out of the dust : and lifteth 
the needy out of the dunghill; 

That He may set him with princes : even with the 
princes of His people. 

He maketh the barren woman to keep house : and to 
be a joyful mother of children. Praise ye the Lord. 



Psalm 114. In exitu Israel. 



W 



HEN Israel went out of Egypt : the house of 
Jacob from a people of strange language; 



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Judah was His sanctuary I and Israel His dominion. 

The sea saw it, and fled : Jordan was driven back. 

The mountains skipped like rams : and the little hills 
like lambs. 

What ailed thee, O thou sea, that thou fleddest : 
thou Jordan, that thou wast driven back? 

Ye mountains, that ye skipped like rams : and ye 
little hills, like lambs? 

Tremble, thou earth, at the presence of the Lord : 
at the presence of the God of Jacob; 

Which turned the rock into a standing water : the 
flint into a fountain of waters. 

Psalm 115. Non nobis, Domine. 

NOT unto us, O Lord, not unto us, but unto Thy 
Name give glory : for Thy mercy, and for Thy 
truth's sake. 

Wherefore should the heathen say : Where is now their 
God? 

But our God is in the heavens : He hath done whatso- 
ever He hath pleased. 

Their idols are silver and gold : the work of men's 
hands. 

They have mouths, but they speak not : eyes have 
they, but they see not; 

They have ears, but they hear not : noses have they, 
but they smell not; 

They have hands, but they handle not, feet have 
they, but they walk not : neither speak they through 
their throat. 

They that make them are like unto them : so is every 
one that trusteth in them. 

O Israel, trust thou in the Lord : He is their help and 
their shield. 

O house of Aaron, trust in the Lord : He is their help 
and their shield. 

Ye that fear the Lord, trust in the Lord : He is 
their help and their shield. 



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The Lord hath been mindful of us, He will bless us : 
He will bless the house of Israel, He will bless the house 
of Aaron. 

He will bless them that fear the Lord : both small and 
great. 

The Lord shall increase you more and more : you 
and your children. 

Ye are blessed of the Lord : which made heaven and 
earth. 

The heaven, even the heavens are the Lord's : but 
the earth hath He given to the children of men. 

The dead praise not the Lord : neither any that go 
down into silence. 

But we will bless the Lord : from this time forth and 
for evermore. Praise the Lord. 

Psalm 116. Dilexi, quoniam. 

I LOVE the Lord : because He hath heard my voice 
and my supplications. 

Because He hath inclined His ear unto me : therefore 
will I call upon Him as long as I live. 

The sorrows of death compassed me, and the pains 
of hell gat hold upon me : I found trouble and sorrow. 

Then called I upon the Name of the Lord : O Lord, 
I beseech Thee, deliver my soul. 

Gracious is the Lord, and righteous : yea, our God 
is merciful. 

The Lord preserveth the simple : I was brought low, 
and He helped me. 

Return unto thy rest, O my soul : for the Lord hath 
dealt bountifully with thee. 

For Thou hast delivered my soul from death : mine 
eyes from tears, and my feet from falling. 

I will walk before the Lord : in the land of the living. 

I believed, therefore have I spoken, I was greatly 
afflicted : I said in my haste, All men are liars. 

What shall I render unto the Lord I for all His bene- 
fits toward me? 



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I will take the cup of salvation : and call upon the 
Name of the Lord. 

I will pay my vows unto the Lord now : in the 
presence of all His people. 

Precious in the sight of the Lord : is the death of His 
saints. 

Lord, truly I am Thy servant : I am Thy servant, 
and the son of Thine handmaid, Thou hast loosed my 
bonds. 

1 will offer to Thee the sacrifice of thanksgiving : and 
will call upon the Name of the Lord. 

I will pay my vows unto the Lord now in the pres- 
ence of all His people : in the courts of the Lord's house, 
in the midst of thee, O Jerusalem. Praise ye the Lord. 

Psalm 117. Laudate Dominum. 

O PRAISE the Lord, all ye nations : praise Him, all 
ye people. 
For His merciful kindness is great toward us : and 
the truth of the Lord endureth for ever. Praise ye the 
Lord. 

Psalm 118. Confitemini Domino. 

OGIVE thanks unto the Lord, for He is good ! 
because His mercy endureth for ever. 

Let Israel now say : that His mercy endureth for ever. 

Let the house of Aaron now say : that His mercy 
endureth for ever. 

Let them now that fear the Lord say : that His mercy 
endureth for ever. 

I called upon the Lord in distress : the Lord an- 
swered me, and set me in a large place. 

The Lord is on my side, I will not fear • what can 
man do unto me? 

The Lord taketh my part with them that help me : 
therefore shall I see my desire upon them that hate me. 

It is better to trust in the Lord : than to put con- 
fidence in man. 



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It is better to trust in the Lord : than to put con- 
fidence in princes. 

All nations compassed me about : but in the Name of 
the Lord will I destroy them. 

They compassed me about, yea, they compassed me 
about : but in the Name of the Lord I will destroy 
them. 

They compassed me about like bees, they are quenched 
as the fire of thorns : for in the Name of the Lord I will 
destroy them. 

Thou hast thrust sore at me that I might fall : but 
the Lord helped me. 

The Lord is my strength and song : and is become 
my salvation. 

The voice of rejoicing and salvation is in the taber- 
nacles of the righteous : the right hand of the Lord 
doeth valiantly. 

The right hand of the Lord is exalted : the right hand 
of the Lord doeth valiantly. 

I shall not die, but live : and declare the works of the 
Lord. 

The Lord hath chastened me sore I but He hath not 
given me over unto death. 

Open to me the gates of righteousness : I will go into 
them, and I will praise the Lord: 

This gate of the Lord : into which the righteous shall 
enter. 

I will praise Thee, for Thou hast heard me : and art 
become my salvation. 

The stone which the builders refused : is become the 
head stone of the corner. 

This is the Lord's doing : it is marvellous in our eyes. 

This is the day which the Lord hath made : we will 
rejoice and be glad in it. 

Save now, I beseech Thee, O Lord : O Lord, I be- 
seech Thee, send now prosperity. 

Blessed be He that cometh in the Name of the Lord : 
we have blessed you out of the house of the Lord. 



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God is the Lord, which hath showed us light : bind 
the sacrifice with cords, even unto the horns of the altar. 

Thou art my God, and I will praise Thee : Thou art 
my God, I will exalt Thee. 

O give thanks unto the Lord, for He is good : for 
His mercy endureth for ever. 

Psalm 119. Beati immaculati. 

BLESSED are the undefiled in the way : who walk 
in the law of the Lord. 
Blessed are they that keep His testimonies : and that 
seek Him with the whole heart. 

They also do no iniquity : they walk in His ways. 
Thou hast commanded us : to" keep Thy precepts dili- 
gently. 

that my ways were directed : to keep Thy statutes ! 
Then shall I not be ashamed : when I have respect 

unto all Thy commandments. 

1 will praise Thee with uprightness of heart : when 
I shall have learned Thy righteous judgments. 

I will keep Thy statutes : O forsake me not utterly. 

II. In quo corrigit. 

WHEREWITHAL shall a young man cleanse his 
way : by taking heed thereto according to Thy 
Word. 

With my whole heart have I sought Thee : O let me 
not wander from Thy commandments. 

Thy Word have I hid in mine heart I that I might not 
sin against Thee. 

Blessed art Thou, O Lord : teach me Thy statutes. 

With my lips have I declared : all the judgments of 
Thy mouth. 

I have rejoiced in the way of Thy testimonies : as 
much as in all riches. 

I will meditate in Thy precepts : and have respect 
unto Thy ways. 



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I will delight myself in Thy statutes : I will not forget 
Thy Word. 

III. Retribue servo two, 

DEAL bountifully with Thy servant : that I may 
live, and keep Thy Word. 

Open Thou mine eyes : that I may behold wondrous 
things out of Thy law. 

I am a stranger in the earth : hide not Thy command- 
ments from me. 

My soul breaketh for the longing : that it hath unto 
Thy judgments at all times. 

Thou hast rebuked the proud that are cursed : which 
do err from Thy commandments. 

Remove from me reproach and contempt : for I have 
kept Thy testimonies. 

Princes also did sit and speak against me : but Thy 
servant did meditate in Thy statutes. 

Thy testimonies also are my delight • and my coun- 
sellors. 

IV. Adhcesit pavimento. 

MY soul cleaveth unto the dust : quicken Thou me 
according to Thy Word. 

I have declared my ways, and Thou heardest me I 
teach me Thy statutes. 

Make me to understand the way of Thy precepts : 
so shall I talk of Thy wondrous works. 

My soul melteth for heaviness : strengthen Thou me 
according unto Thy Word. 

Remove from me the way of lying : and grant me Thy 
law graciously. 

I have chosen the way of truth : Thy judgments have 
I laid before me. 

I have stuck unto Thy testimonies : O Lord, put 
me not to shame. 

I will run the way of Thy commandments I when 
Thou shalt enlarge my heart. 



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V. Legem pone. 

TEACH me, O Lord, the way of Thy statutes : and 
I shall keep it unto the end. 

Give me understanding, and I shall keep Thy law I 
yea, I shall observe it with my whole heart. 

Make me to go in the path of Thy commandments : 
for therein do I delight. 

Incline my heart unto Thy testimonies : and not to 
covetousness. 

Turn away mine eyes from beholding vanity : and 
quicken Thou me in Thy way. 

Stablish Thy Word unto Thy servant I who is devoted 
to Thy fear. 

Turn away my reproach which I fear : for Thy- judg- 
ments are good. 

Behold, I have longed after Thy precepts : quicken 
me in Thy righteousness. 

VI. Et veniat super me. 

LET Thy mercies come also unto me, Lord : even 
J Thy salvation, according to Thy Word. 

So shall I have wherewith to answer him that re- 
proacheth me : for I trust in Thy Word. 

And take not the word of truth utterly out of my 
mouth : for I have hoped in Thy judgments. 

So shall I keep Thy law continually : for ever and 
ever. 

And I will walk at liberty : for I seek Thy precepts. 

I will speak of Thy testimonies also before kings : 
and will not be ashamed. 

And I will delight myself in Thy commandments : 
which I have loved. 

My hands also will I lift up unto Thy command- 
ments, which I have loved : and I will meditate in Thy 

statutes. 

VII. Memor esto verbi tui. 

REMEMBER the word unto Thy servant : upon 
which Thou hast caused me to hope. 



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This is my comfort in my affliction : for Thy Word 
hath quickened me. 

The proud have had me greatly in derision : yet have 
I not declined from Thy law. 

I remembered Thy judgments of old, Lord : and 
have comforted myself. 

Horror hath taken hold upon me : because of the 
wicked that forsake Thy law. 

Thy statutes have been my songs I in the house of my 
pilgrimage. 

I have remembered Thy Name, Lord, in the night : 
and have kept Thy law. 

This I had I because I kept Thy precepts. 

VIII. Portio mea. Domine. 

THOU art my portion, O Lord : I have said that I 
would keep Thy words. 

I intreated Thy favor with my whole heart I be mer- 
ciful unto me according to Thy Word. 

I thought on my ways : and turned my feet unto Thy 
testimonies. 

I made haste : and delayed not to keep Thy com- 
mandments. 

The bands of the wicked have robbed me I but I have 
not forgotten Thy law. 

At midnight I will rise to give thanks unto Thee : 
because of Thy righteous judgments. 

I am a companion of all them that fear Thee : and of 
them that keep Thy precepts. 

The earth, Lord, is full of Thy mercy : teach me 
Thy statutes. 

IX. Bonitatem fecisti. 

THOU hast dealt well with Thy servant, Lord I 
according unto Thy Word. 
Teach me good judgment and knowledge I for I have 
believed Thy commandments. 

Before I was afflicted I went astray ! but now have I 
kept Thy Word. 



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Thou art good, and doest good : teach me Thy stat- 
utes. 

The proud have forged a lie against me : but I will 
keep Thy precepts with my whole heart. 

Their heart is as fat as grease : but I delight in Thy 
law. 

It is good for me that I have been afflicted : that I 
might learn Thy statutes. 

The law of Thy mouth is better unto me : than thou- 
sands of gold and silver. 

X. Manus tuoe fecerunt me. 

THY hands have made me and fashioned me : give 
me understanding, that I may learn Thy com- 
mandments. 

They that fear Thee will be glad when they see me : 
because I have hoped in Thy Word. 

I know, Lord, that Thy judgments are right I and 
that Thou in faithfulness hast afflicted me. 

Let, I pray Thee, Thy merciful kindness be for my 
comfort I according to Thy Word unto Thy servant. 

Let Thy tender mercies come unto me, that I may 
live : for Thy law is my delight. 

Let the proud be ashamed, for they dealt perversely 
with me without a cause : but I will meditate in Thy 
precepts. 

Let those that fear Thee turn unto me : and those 
that have known Thy testimonies. 

Let my heart be sound in Thy statutes : that I be not 
ashamed. 

XI. Defecit anima mea. 

MY soul fainteth for Thy salvation : but I hope in 
Thy Word. 
Mine eyes fail for Thy Word : saying, When wilt Thou 
comfort me? 

For I am become like a bottle in the smoke : yet do I 
not forget Thy statutes. 



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How many are the days of Thy servant I when wilt 
Thou execute judgment on them that persecute me? 

The proud have digged pits for me : which are not 
after Thy law. 

All Thy commandments are faithful I they persecute 
me wrongfully, help Thou me. 

They had almost consumed me upon earth : but I 
forsook not Thy precepts. 

Quicken me after Thy lovingkindness i'so shall I keep 
the testimony of Thy mouth. 

XII. In ceternum, Domine. 

FOR ever, O Lord : Thy Word is settled in heaven. 
Thy faithfulness is unto all generations : Thou 
hast established the earth, and it abideth. 

They continue this day according to Thine ordi- 
nances : for all are Thy servants. 

Unless Thy law had been my delights I I should then 
have perished in mine affliction. 

I will never forget Thy precepts : for with them Thou 
hast quickened me. 

I am Thine, save me : for I have sought Thy precepts. 

The wicked have waited for me to destroy me : but 
I will consider Thy testimonies. 

I have seen an end of all perfection : but Thy com- 
mandment is exceeding broad. 

XIII. Quomodo dilexi. 

OHOW love I Thy law : it is my meditation all the 
day. 

Thou through Thy commandments hast made me 
wiser than mine enemies I for they are ever with me. 

I have more understanding than all my teachers : for 
Thy testimonies are my meditation. 

I understand more than the ancients I because I keep 
Thy precepts. 

I have refrained my feet from every evil way : 
that I might keep Thy Word. 



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I have not departed from Thy judgments : for Thou 
hast taught me. 

How sweet are Thy words unto my taste : yea, sweeter 
than honey to my mouth! 

Through Thy precepts I get understanding : there- 
fore I hate every false way. 

XIV. Lucerna pedibusmeis. 

THY Word is a lamp unto my feet : and a light unto 
my path. 

I have sworn, and I will perform it : that I will keep 
Thy righteous judgments. 

I am afflicted very much : quicken me, O Lord, ac- 
cording unto Thy Word. 

Accept, I beseech Thee, the freewill offerings of my 
mouth, O Lord : and teach me Thy judgments. 

My soul is continually in my hand I yet do I not for- 
get Thy law. 

The wicked have laid a snare for me t yet I erred not 
from Thy precepts. 

Thy testimonies have I taken as an heritage for ever : 
for they are the rejoicing of my heart. 

I have inclined mine heart to perform Thy statutes 
alway I even unto the end. 

XV. Iniquos odio habui. 

I HATE vain thoughts : but Thy law do I love. 
Thou art my hiding place and my shield I I hope 
in Thy Word. 

Depart from me, ye evildoers I for I will keep the 
commandments of my God. 

Uphold me according unto Thy Word, that I may 
live : and let me not be ashamed of my hope. 

Hold Thou me up, and I shall be safe : and I will have 
respect unto Thy statutes continually. 

Thou hast trodden down all them that err from Thy 
statutes : for their deceit is falsehood. 



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Thou puttest away all the wicked of the earth like 
dross I therefore I love Thy testimonies. 

My flesh trembleth for fear of Thee : and I am afraid 
of Thy judgments. 

XVI . Feci judiciu m . 

I HAVE done judgment and justice : leave me not to 
mine oppressors. . 

Be surety for Thy servant for good : let not the proud 
oppress me. 

Mine eyes fail for Thy salvation : and for the word of 
Thy righteousness. 

Deal with Thy servant according unto Thy mercy I 
and teach me Thy statutes. 

I am Thy servant, give me understanding I that I may 
know Thy testimonies. 

It is time for Thee, Lord, to work : for they have 
made void Thy law. 

Therefore I love Thy commandments above gold I 
yea, above fine gold. 

Therefore I esteem all Thy precepts concerning all 
things to be right I and I hate every false way. 

XVII. Mirabilia testimonia tua. 

THY testimonies are wonderful : therefore doth my 
soul keep them. 

The entrance of Thy words giveth light : it giveth 
understanding unto the simple. 

I opened my mouth, and panted : for I longed for Thy 
commandments . 

Look Thou upon me, and be merciful unto me : as 
Thou usest to do unto those that love Thy Name. 

Order my steps in Thy Word I and let not any iniquity 
have dominion over me. 

Deliver me from the oppression of man : so will I 
keep Thy precepts. 

Make Thy face to shine upon Thy servant I and 
teach me Thv statutes. 



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Rivers of waters run down mine eyes : because they 
keep not Thy law. 

XVIII. Justus es, Domine. 

RIGHTEOUS art Thou, O Lord : and upright are 
Thy judgments. 

Thy testimonies that Thou hast commanded : are 
righteous and very faithful. 

My zeal hath consumed me : because mine enemies 
have forgotten Thy words. 

Thy Word is very pure : therefore Thy servant loveth 
it. 

I am small and despised : yet do not I forget Thy 
precepts. 

Thy righteousness is an everlasting righteousness : 
and Thy law is the truth. 

Trouble and anguish have taken hold on me ! yet 
Thy commandments are my delights. 

The righteousness of Thy testimonies is everlasting : 
give me understanding, and I shall live. 

XIX. Clamavi in toto corde meo. 

I CRIED with my whole heart : hear me, Lord, I 
will keep Thy statutes. 

I cried unto Thee : save me, and I shall keep Thy testi- 
monies. 

I prevented the dawning of the morning, and cried : 
I hoped in Thy Word. 

Mine eyes prevent the night watches : that I might 
meditate in Thy Word. 

Hear my voice according unto Thy lovingkindness : 
O Lord, quicken me according to Thy judgment. 

They draw nigh that follow after mischief : they are 
far from Thy law. 

Thou art near, O Lord : and all Thy commandments 
are truth. 

Concerning Thy testimonies, I have known of old : 
that Thou hast founded them forever. 






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XX. Vide humilitatem. 

CONSIDER mine affliction, and deliver me : for I 
do not forget Thy law. 

Plead my cause, and deliver me : quicken me accord- 
ing to Thy Word. 

Salvation is far from the wicked : for They seek not 
Thy statutes. 

Great are Thy tender mercies, Lord : quicken me 
according to Thy judgments. 

Many are my persecutors and mine enemies I yet do 
I not decline from Thy testimonies. 

I beheld the transgressors, and was grieved I because 
they kept not Thy Word. 

Consider how I love Thy precepts I quicken me, 
Lord, according to Thy lovingkindness. 

Thy Word is true from the beginning : and every one 
of Thy righteous judgments endureth for ever. 



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XXI. Principes persecuti sunt. 

RINCES have persecuted me without a cause I but 
my heart standeth in awe of Thy Word. 

I rejoice at Thy Word : as one that findeth great spoil. 

I hate and abhor lying : but Thy law do I love. 

Seven times a day do I praise Thee I because of Thy 
righteous judgments. 

Great peace have they which love Thy law I and 
nothing shall offend them. 

Lord, I have hoped for Thy salvation : and done Thy 
commandments. 

My soul hath kept Thy testimonies : and I love them 
exceedingly. 

I have kept Thy precepts and Thy testimonies : for 
all my ways are before Thee. 



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XXII. Appropinquet deprecaUo. 

ET my cry come near before Thee, O Lord : give me 
understanding according to Thy Word. 



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Let my supplication come before Thee : deliver me 
according to Thy Word. 

My lips shall utter praise I when Thou hast taught 
me Thy statutes. 

My tongue shall speak of Thy Word : for all Thy 
commandments are righteousness. 

Let Thine hand help me : for I have chosen Thy 
precepts. 

I have longed for Thy salvation, Lord : and Thy 
law is my delight. 

Let my soul live, and it shall praise Thee I and let Thy 
judgments help me. 

I have gone astray like a lost sheep : seek Thy ser- 
vant, for I do not forget Thy commandments. 

Psalm 121. Levcwi ocvlos. 

I WILL lift up mine eyes unto the hills ! from whence 
comet h my help. 

My help cometh from the Lord : which made heaven 
and earth. 

He will not suffer thy foot to be moved ; He that 
keepeth thee will not slumber. 

Behold. He that keepeth Israel : shall neither slumber 
nor sleep. 

The Lord is thy keeper : the Lord is thy shade upon 
thy right hand. 

The sun shall not smite thee by day : nor the moon by 
night. 

The Lord shall preserve thee from all evil : He shall 
preserve thy soul. 

The Lord shall preserve thy going out and thy coming 
in : from this time forth, and even for evermore. 



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Psalm 122. Lai at us sum. 

WAS glad when they said unto me : Let us go into 
the house of the Lord. 
Our feet shall stand within thy gates : O Jerusalem. 



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Jerusalem is builded : as a city that is compact to- 
gether: 

Whither the tribes go up, the tribes of the Lord : 
unto the testimony of Israel, to give thanks unto the 
Xame of the Lord. 

For there are set thrones of judgment : the thrones 
of the house of David. 

Pray for the peace of Jerusalem : they shall prosper 
that love thee. 

Peace be within thy walls : and prosperity within thy 
palaces. 

For my brethren and companions' sakes : I will now 
say. Peace be within thee. 

Because of the house of the Lord our God : I will seek 
thy good. 

Psalm 124. Nisi quia Dominus. 

IF it had not been the Lord Who was on our side : now 
may Israel say; 

If it had not been the Lord Who was on our side : 
when men rose up against us; 

Then they had swallowed us up quick I when their 
wrath was kindled against us; 

Then the waters had overwhelmed us I the stream 
had gone over our soul: 

Then the proud waters I had gone over our soul. 

Blessed be the Lord : Who hath not given us as a 
prey to their teeth. 

Our soul is escaped as a bird out of the snare of the 
fowlers : the snare is broken, and we are escaped. 

Our help is in the Xame of the Lord : Who made 
heaven and earth. 

Psalm 125. Qui confidunt in Domino. 

THEY that trust in the Lord shall be as mount Zion : 
which cannot be removed, but abideth for ever. 
As the mountains are round about Jerusalem I so the 
Lord is round about His people from henceforth even 
for ever. 



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For the rod of the wicked shall not rest upon the lot 
of the righteous : lest the righteous put forth their hands 
unto iniquity. 

Do good, O Lord, unto those that be good : and to 
them that are upright in their hearts. 

As for such as turn aside unto their crooked ways : 
the Lord shall lead them forth with the workers of 
iniquity, but peace shall be upon Israel. 

Psalm 126. In convertendo. 

WHEN the Lord turned again the captivity of 
Zion : we were like them that dream. 

Then was our mouth filled with laughter : and our 
tongue with singing; 

Then said they among the heathen : The Lord hath 
done great things for them. 

The Lord hath done great things for us : whereof we 
are glad. 

Turn again our captivity, O Lord : as the streams in 
the south. 

They that sow in tears : shall reap in joy. 

He that goeth forth and weepeth, bearing precious 
seed : shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing 
his sheaves with him. 

Psalm 127. Nisi Dominus cedificaverit. 

EXCEPT the Lord build the house : they labor in 
vain that build it; 

Except the Lord keep the city I the watchman waketh 
but in vain. 

It is vain for you to rise up early, to sit up late, to eat 
the bread of sorrows : for so He giveth His beloved 
sleep. 

Lo, children are an heritage of the Lord : and the 
fruit of the womb is His reward. 

As arrows are in the hand of a mighty man : so are 
children of the youth. 



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Happy is the man that hath his quiver full of them : 
they shall not be ashamed, but they shall speak with 
the enemies in the gate. 

Psalm 128. Beati omnes. 

BLESSED is every one that feareth the Lord : that 
walketh in his ways. 

For thou shalt eat the labor of thine hands : happy 
shalt thou be, and it shall be well with thee. 

Thy wife shall be as a fruitful vine by the sides of 
thine house : thy children like olive plants round about 
thy table. 

Behold, that thus shall the man be blessed I that 
feareth the Lord. 

The Lord shall bless thee out of Zion : and thou 
shalt see the good of Jerusalem all the days of thy life. 

Yea, thou shalt see thy children's children : and 
peace upon Israel. 

Psalm 130. Be profundis. 
[A Penitential Psalm.] 

OUT of the depths : have I cried unto Thee, O Lord. 
Lord, hear my voice ! let Thine ears be attentive 
to the voice of my supplications. 

If Thou, Lord, shouldest mark iniquities I O Lord, 
who shall stand? 

But there is forgiveness with Thee ! that Thou mayest 
be feared. 

I wait for the Lord, my soul doth wait I and in His 
Word do I hope. 

My soul waiteth for the Lord more than they that 
watch for the morning I I say, more than they that 
watch for the morning. 

Let Israel hope in the Lord, for with the Lord there 
is mercy I and with Him is plenteous redemption. 

And He shall redeeem Israel : from all his iniquities. 



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Psalm 132. Memento, Domine. 

LORD, remember David : and all his afflictions; 
J How he sware unto the Lord : and vowed unto 
the mighty God of Jacob; 

Surely I will not come into the tabernacle of my 
house : nor go up into my bed; 

I will not give sleep to mine eyes : or slumber to mine 
eyelids, 

Until I find out a place for the Lord : an habitation 
for the mighty God of Jacob. 

Lo, we heard of it at Ephratah : we found it in the 
fields of the wood. 

We will go into His tabernacles I we will worship at 
His footstool. 

Arise, Lord, into Thy rest I Thou, and the ark of 
Thy strength. 

Let Thy priests be clothed with righteousness : and 
let Thy saints shout for joy. 

For Thy servant David's sake I turn not away the 
face of Thine anointed. 

The Lord hath sworn in truth unto David : He will 
not turn from it; 

Of the fruit of thy body : will I set upon thy throne. 

If thy children will keep My covenant and My testi- 
mony that I shall teach them I their children shall also 
sit upon thy throne for evermore. 

For the Lord hath chosen Zion : He hath desired it 
for His habitation. 

This is My rest for ever I here will I dwell, for I have 
desired it. 

I will abundantly bless her provision : I will satisfy 
her poor with bread. 

I will also clothe her priests with salvation ! and her 
saints shall shout aloud for joy. 

There will I make the horn of David to bud : I have 
ordained a lamp for Mine anointed. 

His' enemies will I clothe with shame : but upon him- 
self shall his crown flourish. 



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Psalm 135. Laudate nomen Domini. 

PRAISE ve the Lord. Praise ye the Name of the 
Lord : praise Him, ye servants of the Lord. 

Ye that stand in the house of the Lord : in the courts 
of the house of our God, 

Praise the Lord, for the Lord is good : sing praises 
unto His Name, for it is pleasant. 

• For the Lord hath chosen Jacob unto Himself : and 
Israel for His peculiar treasure. 

For I know that the Lord is great : and that our Lord 
is above all gods. 

Whatsoever the Lord pleased, that did He in heaven, 
and in earth : in the seas, and all deep places. 

He causeth the vapors to ascend from the ends of the 
earth : He maketh lightnings for the rain, He bringeth 
the wind out of His treasuries. 

Who smote the firstborn of Egypt : both of man and 
beast. 

Who sent tokens and wonders into the midst of thee, 
O Egypt : upon Pharaoh, and upon all his servants. 

Who smote great nations I and slew mighty kings; 

Sihon king of the Amorites, and Og king of Bashan I 
and all the kingdoms of Canaan: 

And gave their land for an heritage : an heritage unto 
Israel His people. 

Thy Name, O Lord, endureth for ever : and Thy 
memorial, O Lord, throughout all generations. 

For the Lord will judge His people : and He will re- 
pent Himself concerning His servants. 

The idols of the heathen are silver and gold : the work 
of men's hands. 

They have mouths, but they speak not : eyes have 
they, but they see not; 

They have ears, but they hear not I neither is there 
any breath in their mouths. 

They that make them are like unto them : so is every 
one that trusteth in them. 



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Bless the Lord, O house of Israel : bless the Lord, O 
house of Aaron: 

Bless the Lord, O house of Levi I ye that fear the 
Lord, bless the Lord. 

Blessed be the Lord out of Zion : which dwelleth at 
Jerusalem. Praise ye the Lord. 

Psalm 136. Confitemini Domino. 

OGIVE thanks unto the Lord; for He is good : for 
His mercy endureth for ever. 

O give thanks unto the God of gods : for His mercy 
endureth for ever. 

O give thanks to the Lord of lords : for His mercy 
endureth for ever. 

To Him Who alone doeth great wonders : for His 
mercy endureth for ever. 

To Him that by wisdom made the heavens : for His 
mercy endureth for ever. 

To Him that stretched out the earth above the 
waters t for His mercy endureth for ever. 

To Him that made great lights : for His mercy en- 
dureth for ever; 

The sun to rule by day : for His mercy endureth for 
ever; 

The moon and stars to rule by night : for His mercy 
endureth for ever. 

To Him that smote Egypt in their firstborn : for His 
mercy endureth for ever; 

And brought out Israel from among them : for His 
mercy endureth for ever; 

With a strong hand, and with a stretched out arm : 
for His mercy endureth for ever. 

To Him which divided the Red Sea into parts : for 
His mercy endureth for ever; 

And made Israel to pass through the midst of it : for 
His mercy endureth for ever; 

But overthrew Pharaoh and his host in the Red Sea : 
for His mercy endureth for ever. 



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To Him which led His people through the wilderness : 
for His mercy endureth for ever. 

To Him which smote great kings : for His mercy 
endureth for ever; 

And slew famous kings : for His mercy endureth for 
ever ; 

Sihon king of the Amorites : for His mercy endureth 
for ever; 

And Og the king of Bashan : for His mercy endureth 
for ever; 

And gave their land for an heritage : for His mercy 
endureth for ever; 

Even an heritage unto Israel His servant I for His 
mercy endureth for ever. 

Who remembered us in our low estate I for His mercy 
endureth for ever; 

And hath redeemed us from our enemies I for His 
mercy endureth for ever. 

Who giveth food to all flesh : for His mercy endureth 
for ever. 

give thanks unto the God of heaven : for His mercy 
endureth for ever. 



Psalm 137. Super flumina. 

BY the rivers of Babylon, there we sat down, yea, we 
wept : when we remembered Zion. 

We hanged our harps upon the willows I in the midst 
thereof. 

For there they that carried us away captive required 
of us a song : and they that wasted us required of us 
mirth, saying, Sing us one of the songs of Zion. 

How shall we sing the Lord's song : in a strange land? 

If I forget thee, Jerusalem I let my right hand for- 
get her cunning. 

If I do not remember thee, let my tongue cleave to 
the roof of my mouth t if I prefer not Jerusalem above 
my chief joy. 



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Psalm 138. Confitebor tibi. 

I WILL praise Thee with my whole heart : before the 
gods will I sing praise unto Thee. 

I will worship toward Thy holy temple, and praise 
Thy Name for Thy lovingkindness and for Thy truth : 
for Thou hast magnified Thy Word above all Thy 
Name. 

In the day when I cried Thou answeredst me : and 
strengthenedst me with strength in my soul. 

All the kings of the earth shall praise Thee, Lord : 
when they hear the words of Thy mouth. 

Yea, they shall sing in the ways of the Lord : for 
great is the glory of the Lord. 

Though the Lord be high, yet hath He respect unto 
the lowly : but the proud He knoweth afar off. 

Though I walk in the midst of trouble, Thou wilt 
revive me I Thou shalt stretch forth Thine hand against 
the wrath of mine enemies, and Thy right hand shall 
save me. 

The Lord will perfect that which concerneth me : 
Thy mercy, O Lord, endure th for ever, forsake not the 
works of Thine own hands. 

Psalm 139. Domine, probasti me. 

OLORD, Thou hast searched me, and known me I 
Thou knowest my downsitting and mine uprising, 
Thou understandest my thought afar off. 

Thou compassest my path and my lying down I and 
art acquainted with all my ways. 

For there is not a word in my tongue : but, lo, Lord, 
Thou knowest it altogether. 

Thou hast beset me behind and before : and laid 
Thine hand upon me. 

Such knowledge is too wonderful for me I it is high, I 
cannot attain unto it. 

Whither shall I go from Thy Spirit : or whither shall 
I flee from Thy presence? 



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If I ascend up into heaven, Thou art there : if I make 
my bed in hell, behold, Thou art there. 

If I take the wings of the morning : and dwell in the 
uttermost parts of the sea; 

Even there shall Thy hand lead me : and Thy right 
hand shall hold me. 

If I say, Surely the darkness shall cover me : even the 
night shall be light about me. 

Yea, the darkness hideth not from Thee, but the 
night shineth as the day : the darkness and the light are 
both alike to Thee. 

I will praise Thee, for I am fearfully and wonderfully 
made : marvellous are Thy works, and that my soul 
knoweth right well. 

My substance was not hid from Thee, when I was 
made in secret I and curiously wrought in the lowest 
parts of the earth. 

Thine eyes did see my substance, yet being unperfect : 
and in Thy book all my members were written, 

Which in continuance were fashioned I w T hen as yet 
there was none of them. 

How precious also are Thy thoughts unto me, O God : 
how great is the sum of them ! 

If I should count them, they are more in number 
than the sand : when I awake, I am still with Thee. 

Surely Thou wait slay the wicked, O God : depart 
from me therefore, ye bloody men. 

For they speak against Thee wickedly : and Thine 

enemies take Thv Name in vain. 

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Do not I hate them, O Lord, that hate Thee : and 
am not I grieved with those that rise up against 
Thee? 

I hate them with perfect hatred : I count them mine 
enemies. 

Search me, O God, and know my heart I try me, and 
know my thoughts, 

And see if there be any wicked way in me : and lead 
me in the way everlasting. 



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Psalm 141. Domine, clamavi. 

LORD, I cry unto Thee; make haste unto me : give ear 
J unto my voice, when I cry unto Thee. 

Let my prayer be set forth before Thee as incense : 
and the lifting up of my hands as the evening sacri- 
fice. 

Set a watch, Lord, before my mouth : keep the 
door of my lips. 

Incline not my heart to any evil thing, to practise 
wicked works with men that work iniquity : and let me 
not eat of their dainties. 

Let the righteous smite me, it shall be a kindness : 
and let him reprove me. 

It shall be an excellent oil, which shall not break 
my head I for yet my prayer also shall be in their ca- 
lamities. 

When their judges are overthrown in stony places I 
they shall hear my words, for they are sweet. 

Our bones are scattered at the grave's mouth : as 
when one cutteth and cleave th wood upon the earth. 

But mine eyes are unto Thee, God the Lord : in 
Thee is my trust; leave not my soul destitute. 

Psalm 142. Voce mea. 

I CRIED unto the Lord with my voice : with my 
voice unto the Lord did I make my supplication. 

I poured out my complaint before Him : I showed 
before Him my trouble. 

When my spirit was overwhelmed within me, then 
Thou knewest my path : In the way wherein I walked 
have they privily laid a snare for me. 

I looked on my right hand, and beheld, but there was 
no man that would know me : refuge failed me; no man 
cared for my soul. 

I cried unto Thee, O Lord : I said, Thou art my refuge 
and my portion in the land of the living. 



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Attend unto my cry, for I am brought very low : de- 
liver me from my persecutors, for they are stronger 
than I. 

Bring my soul out of prison, that I may praise Thy 
Xame : the righteous shall compass me about; for Thou 
shalt deal bountifully with me. 

Psalm 143. Domine, exaudi. 
[A Penitential Psalm.] 

HEAR my prayer, Lord, give ear to my supplica- 
tions : in Thy faithfulness answer me, and in Thy 
righteousness. 

And enter not into judgment with Thy servant I for 
in Thy sight shall no man living be justified. 

For the enemy hath persecuted my -soul, he hath 
smitten my life down to the ground I he hath made me to 
dwell in darkness, as those that have been long dead. 

Therefore is my spirit overwhelmed within me : my 
heart within me is desolate. 

I remember the days of old, I meditate on all Thy 
works : I muse on the works of Thy hands. 

I stretch forth my hands unto Thee : my soul thirst- 
eth after Thee, as a thirsty land. 

Hear me speedily, Lord, my spirit faileth : hide 
not Thy face from me, lest I be like unto them that go 
down into the pit. 

Cause me to hear Thy lovingkindness in the morning, 
for in Thee do I trust : cause me to know the way where- 
in I should walk, for I lift up my soul unto Thee. - 

Deliver me, Lord, from mine enemies : I flee unto 
Thee to hide me. 

Teach me to do Thy will, for Thou art my God I Thy 
Spirit is good, lead me into the land of uprightness. 

Quicken me, Lord, for Thy Name's sake : for Thy 
righteousness' sake bring my soul out of trouble. 

And of Thy mercy cut off mine enemies : and de- 
stroy all them that afflict my soul, for I am Thy servant. 



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Psalm 144. Benedictus Dominus. 

BLESSED be the Lord my strength, which teacheth 
my hands to war I and my fingers to fight; 

My goodness, and my fortress; my high tower, and 
my deliverer : my shield, and He in Whom I trust; Who 
subdue th my people under me. 

Lord, what is man, that Thou takest knowledge of 
him I or the son of man, that Thou makest account of 
him! 

Man is like to vanity : his days are as a shadow that 
passeth away. 

Bow Thy heavens, Lord, and come down : touch the 
mountains, and they shall smoke. 

Cast forth lightning, and scatter them : shoot out 
Thine arrows, and destroy them. 

Send Thine hand from above; rid me, and deliver me 
out of great waters : from the hand of strange children; 

Whose mouth speaketh vanity I and their right hand 
is a right hand of falsehood. 

I will sing a new song unto Thee, God I upon a 
psaltery and an instrument of ten strings will I sing 
praises unto Thee. 

It is He that giveth salvation unto kings : Who de- 
li vereth David His servant from the hurtful sword. 

Rid me, and deliver me from the hand of strange 
children I whose mouth speaketh vanity, and their right 
hand is a right hand of falsehood; 

That our sons may be as plants grown up in their 
youth : that our daughters may be as corner stones, 
polished after the similitude of a palace : 

That our garners may be full, affording all manner of 
store : that our sheep may bring forth thousands and 
ten thousands in our streets : 

That our oxen may be strong to labor : that there be 
no breaking in, nor going out; that there be no complain- 
ing in our streets. 

Happy is that people, that is in such a case I yea, 
happy is that people, whose God is the Lord. 



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Psalm 145. Exaltabo te, Dens. 

I WILL extol Thee, my God, King : and I will bless 
Thy Name for ever and ever. 

Every day will I bless Thee : and I will praise Thy 
Xame for ever and ever 

Great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised 1 and 
His greatness is unsearchable. 

One generation shall praise Thy works to another : 
and shall declare Thy mighty acts. 

I will speak of the glorious honor of Thy majesty : 
and of Thy wondrous works. 

And men shall speak of the might of Thy terrible 
acts I and I will declare Thy greatness. 

They shall abundantly utter the memory of Thy 
great goodness I and shall sing of Thy righteousness. 

The Lord is gracious, and full of compassion : slow 
to anger, and of great mercy. 

The Lord is good to all : and His tender mercies are 
over all His works. 

All Thy works shall praise Thee, O Lord : and Thy 
saints shall bless Thee. 

They shall speak of the glory of Thy kingdom : and 
talk of Thy power; 

To make known to the sons of men His mighty acts : 
and the glorious majesty of His kingdom. 

Thy kingdom is an everlasting kingdom : and Thy 
dominion endureth throughout all generations. 

The Lord upholdeth all that fall I and raiseth up all 
those that be bowed down. 

The eyes of all wait upon Thee : and Thou givest 
them their meat in due season. 

Thou openest Thine hand : and satisfiest the desire 
of every living thing. 

The Lord is righteous in all His ways : and holy in all 
His works. 

The Lord is nigh unto all them that call upon Him I 
to all that call upon Him in truth. 



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He will fulfill the desire of them that fear Him : He 
also will hear their cry, and will save them. 

The Lord preserveth all them that love Him : but 
all the wicked will He destroy. 

My mouth shall speak the praise of the Lord : and 
let all flesh bless His holy Name for ever and ever. 



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Psalm 146. Lauda, anima mea. 

RAISE ye the Lord : Praise the Lord, my soul. 
While I live will I praise the Lord : I will sing 
praises unto my God while I have any being. 

Put not your trust in princes I nor in the son of man, 
in whom there is no help. 

His breath goeth forth, he returneth to his earth I in 
that very day his thoughts perish. 

Happy is he that hath the God of Jacob for his help : 
whose hope is in the Lord his God; 

Which made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that 
therein is : which keepeth truth for ever; 

Which executeth judgment for the oppressed : which 
giveth food to the hungry. 

The Lord looseth the prisoners : the Lord openeth 
the eyes of the blind; 

The Lord raiseth them that are bowed down : the 
Lord loveth the righteous; 

The Lord preserveth the strangers, He relieveth 
the fatherless and widow I but the way of the wicked 
He turneth upside down. 

The Lord shall reign for ever, even thy God, O Zion, 
unto all generations : Praise ye the Lord. 

Psalm 147. Laudate Dominum. 

PRAISE ye the Lord, for it is good to sing praises 
unto our God I for it is pleasant, and praise is 
comely. 

The Lord doth build up Jerusalem : He gathereth 
together the outcasts of Israel. 



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He healeth the broken in heart : and bindeth up their 
wounds. 

He telleth the number of the stars : He calleth them 
all by their names. 

Great is our Lord, and of great power : His under- 
standing is infinite. 

The Lord lifteth up the meek : He casteth the wicked 
down to the ground. 

Sing unto the Lord with thanksgiving : sing praise 
upon the harp unto our God; 

Who covereth the heaven with clouds, Who pre- 
pare th rain for the earth ! Who maketh grass to grow 
upon the mountains. 

He giveth to the beast his food : and to the young 
ravens which cry. 

He delighteth not in the strength of the horse : He 
taketh not pleasure in the legs of a man. 

The Lord taketh pleasure in them that fear Him : 
in those that hope in His mercy. 

Praise the Lord, O Jerusalem I praise Thy God, O 
Zion. 

For He hath strengthened the bars of thy gates : He 
hath blessed thy children within thee. 

He maketh peace in thy borders : and filleth thee with 
the finest of the wheat. 

He sendeth forth His commandment upon earth : 
His Word runneth very sw r iftly. 

He giveth snow like wool : He scattereth the hoarfrost 
like ashes. 

He casteth forth His ice like morsels : who can stand 
before His cold? 

He sendeth out His Word, and melteth them I He 
causeth His wind to blow, and the waters flow. 

He showeth His Word unto Jacob I His statutes and 
His judgments unto Israel. 

He hath not dealt so with any nation : and as for His 
judgments, they have not known them. Praise ye the 
Lord. 



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Psalm 148. Laudate Dominum, de coelis. 

PRAISE ye the Lord. Praise ye the Lord from the 
heavens : praise Him in the heights. 

Praise ye Him, all His angels I praise ye Him, all His 
hosts. 

Praise ye Him, sun and moon : praise Him, all ye 
stars of light. 

Praise Him, ye heavens of heavens I and ye waters 
that be above the heavens. 

Let them praise the Name of the Lord : for He com- 
manded, and they were created. 

He hath also stablished them for ever and ever : He 
hath made a decree which shall not pass. 

Praise the Lord from the earth : ye dragons, and all 
deeps; 

Fire, and hail, snow, and vapors : stormy wind ful- 
filling His Word; 

Mountains, and all hills I fruitful trees, and all 
cedars; 

Beasts, and all cattle : creeping things, and flying 
fowl; 

Kings of the earth, and all people : princes, and all 
judges of the earth; 

Both young men, and maidens I old men, and children; 

Let them praise the Name of the Lord : for His Name 
alone is excellent, His glory is above the earth and 
heaven. 

He also exalteth the horn of His people, the praise 
of all His saints I even of the children of Israel, a people 
near unto Him. Praise ye the Lord. 



Psalm 150. Laudate Dominum in Sanctis ejus. 

PRAISE ye the Lord. Praise God in His sanctuary I 
praise Him in the firmament of His power. 
Praise Him for His mighty acts : praise Him according 
to His excellent greatness. 



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Praise Him with the sound of the trumpet : praise 
Him with the psaltery and harp. 

Praise Him with the timbrel and dance : praise Him 
with stringed instruments and organs. 

Praise Him upon the loud cymbals : praise Him upon 
the high sounding cymbals. 

Let every thing that hath breath praise the Lord I 
Praise ye the Lord. 



Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and 
to the Holy Ghost: As it was in the beginning, 
is now, and ever shall be, w 7 orld without end. 
Amen. 



FIRST LINES OF PSALMS 



PSALM 

As the hart panteth after the water 42 

Be merciful unto me, O God, be 57 

Be merciful unto me, O God, for 56 

Bless the Lord, O my soul; and all 103 

Bless the Lord, O my soul; O Lord 104 

Blessed are the undefiled in the way 119 

Blessed be the Lord my strength, 144 

Blessed is every one that feareth 128 

Blessed is he whose transgression 32 

Blessed is the man that walketh not 1 

Bow down Thine ear, O Lord, 86 

By the rivers of Babylon. , 137 

Except the Lord build the house, 127 

Give ear, O Shepherd of Israel, 80 

Give the king Thy judgments, 72 

Give unto the Lord, O ye mighty: 29 

God be merciful unto us, 67 

God is our Refuge and Strength: 46 

Great is the Lord, 48 

Have mercy upon me, O God, 51 

He that dwelleth in the secret place 91 

Hear me when I call, O God 4 

Hear ,my cry, O God: attend 61 

Hear my prayer, O Lord : and 102 

Hear my prayer, O Lord, give ear 143 

His foundation: is in the holy 87 

How amiable are Thy tabernacles, 84 

How long wilt Thou forget me, 13 

I cried unto God with my voice: 77 

I cried unto the Lord 142 

I love the Lord: because He hath 116 

I waited patiently for the Lord : 40 

I was glad when they said unto me: 122 

I will bless the Lord at all times:. 34 

I will extol Thee, my God, O King: 145 

I will extol Thee, O Lord, 30 

I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills 121 

I will love Thee: ~0 Lord, 18 

I will praise Thee with my whole 138 

I will sing of the mercies 89 

If it had not been the Lord 124 

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FIRST LINES OF PSALMS 353 



PSALM 

In Thee, O Lord, do I put my trust » 31 

In Thee, O Lord, do I put my trust 71 

It is a good thing to give thanks . 92 

Judge me, O God, and plead 43 

Judge me, O Lord, for I have 26 

Let God arise, let His enemies 68 

Lord, how are they increased 3 

Lord, I cry unto Thee; 141 

Lord, remember David; and all : 132 

Lord, Thou hast been favorable 85 

Lord, Thou hast been our dwelling 90 

Lord, who shall abide in Thy 15 

Make a joyjul noise unto God, 66 

Make a joyful noise unto the Lord . 100 

My God, my God, why hast Thou 22 

My heart is inditing a good matter: 45 

Not unto us, O Lord, not unto us, 115 

O clap your hands, all ye people: 47 

O come, let us sing unto the Lord : 95 

O give thanks unto the Lord, " . . 118 

O give thanks unto the Lord, for 136 

O God, Thou art my God: early 63 

O Lord, our Lord, how excellent 8 

O Lord, rebuke me not in Thine 6 

O Lord, rebuke me not in Thy 38 

O Lord, Thou hast searched me, 139 

O praise the Lord, all ye nations; 117 

O sing unto the Lord a new song:. 96 

O sing unto the Lord a new song: for 98 

Out of the depths have I cried 130 

Praise waiteth for Thee, O God, 65 

Praise ye the Lord. Blessed is 112 

Praise ye the Lord, for it is good 147 

Praise ye the Lord, I will praise Ill 

Praise ye the Lord. Praise God 150 

Praise ye the Lord. Praise, O ye 113 

Praise ye the Lord : Praise the 146 

Praise ye the Lord. Praise ye 148 

Praise ye the Lord. Praise ye the Name 135 

Preserve me, O God: for in Thee 16 

Rejoice in the Lord, 33 

Save me, O God : for the waters 69 

The earth is the Lord's 24 

The fool hath said in his heart: 14 

The heavens declare the glory 19 

The king shall joy in Thy strength, 21 



354 FIRST LINES OF PSALMS 

PSALM 

The Lord hear thee in the day of 20 

The Lord is my Light 27 

The Lord is my Shepherd: \ . . . 23 

The Lord reigneth, He is clothed 93 

The Lord reigneth, let the earth 97 

The Lord said unto my Lord: 110 

The transgression of the wicked , 36 

They that trust in the Lord 125 

Truly my soul waiteth upon God : 62 

Unto Thee, O Lord: do I lift 25 

Unto Thee will I cry, O Lord 28 

When Israel went out of Egypt: 114 

When the Lord turned again 126 

Why do the heathen rage: 2 



T The following are the Penitential Psalms: 6, 32, 38, 51, 102, 130, 

143. 






THE CANTICLES 



1. Magnificat. Luke 1. 

MY soul doth magnify the Lord : and my spirit hath 
rejoiced in God my Saviour. 

For He hath regarded : the low estate of His hand- 
maiden; 

For, behold, from henceforth : all generations shall 
call me blessed. 

For He that is mighty hath done to me great things : 
and holy is His Name. 

And His mercy is on them that fear Him I from gen- 
eration to generation. 

He hath showed strength with His arm t He hath 
scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts. 

He hath put down the mighty from their seats : and 
exalted them of low degree. 

He hath filled the hungry with good things : and the 
rich He hath sent empty away. 

He hath holpen His servant Israel, in remembrance 
of His mercy I as He spake to our fathers, to Abraham, 
and to his seed for ever. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

2. Nunc dimittis. Luke 2. 

LORD, now lettest Thou Thy servant depart in 
J peace : according to Thy Word; 
For mine eyes have seen Thy salvation ! which Thou 
hast prepared before the face of all people; 

A light to lighten the Gentiles : and the glory of Thy 
people Israel. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

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3. . Te Deum laudamus. 

WE praise Thee, O God : we acknowledge Thee to 
be the Lord. 

All the earth doth worship Thee : the Father ever- 
lasting. 

To Thee all Angels cry aloud : the heavens, and all 
the powers therein. 

To Thee Cherubim and Seraphim : continually do 
cry, 

Holy, Holy, Holy : Lord God of Sabaoth; 

Heaven and earth are full of the Majesty : of Thy 
Glory. 

The glorious company of the Apostles I praise Thee. 

The goodly fellowship of the Prophets : praise Thee. 

The noble army of Martyrs I praise Thee. 

The holy Church throughout all the world : doth 
acknowledge Thee; 

The Father : of an infinite Majesty; 

Thine adorable, true : and only Son; 

Also the Holy Ghost : the Comforter. 

Thou art* the King of Glory : O Christ. 

Thou art the everlasting Son : of the Father. 

When Thou tookest upon Thee to deliver man : 
Thou didst humble Thyself to be born of a Virgin. 

When Thou hadst overcome the sharpness of death * 
Thou didst open the kingdom of heaven to all be- 
lievers. 

Thou sittest at the right hand of God I in the glory of 
the Father. 

We believe that Thou shalt come : to be our Judge. 

We therefore pray Thee, help Thy servants : whom 
Thou hast redeemed with Thy precious blood. 

Make them to be numbered with Thy saints : in 
glory everlasting. 

O Lord, save Thy people : and bless Thine heritage. 
Govern them : and lift them up for ever. 



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Day by day ! we magnify Thee; 

And we worship Thy Name : ever, world without end. 

Vouchsafe, O Lord : to keep us this day without sin. 

Lord, have mercy upon us : have mercy upon us. 

O Lord, let Thy mercy be upon us : as our trust is in 
Thee. 

O Lord, in Thee have I trusted : let me never be con- 
founded. 



4. Benedictus. Luke 1. 

BLESSED be the Lord God of Israel : for He hath 
visited and redeemed His people; 

And hath raised up an horn of salvation for us I in 
the house of His servant David; 

As He spake by the mouth of His holy prophets I 
which have been since the world began; 

That we should be saved from our enemies : and from 
the hand of all that hate us; 

To perform the mercy promised to our fathers : and 
to remember His holy covenant; 

The oath which He sware to our father Abraham : 
that He would grant unto us, 

That we being delivered out of the hand of our ene- 
mies : might serve Him without fear, 

In holiness and righteousness before Him : all the 
days of our life. 

And thou, child, shalt be called the prophet of the 
Highest : for thou shalt go before the face of the Lord 
to prepare His ways; 

To give knowledge of salvation unto His people : by 
the remission of their sins, 

Through the tender mercy of our God : whereby the 
Day spring from on high hath visited us, 

To give light to them that sit in darkness and in the 
shadow of death : to guide our feet into the way of 
peace. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 



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5. Benedicite, omnia opera. 

OALL ye Works of the Lord, bless ye the Lord : 
praise Him and magnify Him for ever. 

ye Angels of the Lord, bless ye the Lord : ye 
Heavens, bless ye the Lord. 

O ye Waters that be above the firmament, bless ye 
the Lord J O ye Powers of the Lord, bless ye the Lord. 

O ye Sun and Moon, bless ye the Lord : O ye Stars of 
heaven, bless ye the Lord. 

O ye Showers and Dew, bless ye the Lord : O ye 
Winds of God, bless ye the Lord. 

O ye Fire and Heat, bless ye the Lord : O ye Winter 
and Summer, bless ye the Lord. 

O ye Dews and Frost, bless ye the Lord : O ye Frost 
and Cold, bless ye the Lord. 

O ye Ice and Snow, bless ye the Lord I O ye Nights 
and Days, bless ye the Lord. 

O ye Light and Darkness, bless ye the Lord : O ye 
Lightnings and Clouds, bless ye the Lord. 

O let the Earth bless the Lord : Yea, let it praise Him, 
and magnify Him for ever. 

O ye Mountains and Hills, bless ye the Lord : O all 
ye Green Things upon the earth, bless ye the Lord. 

O ye Wells, bless ye the Lord : O ye Seas and Floods, 
bless ye the Lord. 

O ye Whales and all that move in the waters, bless 
ye the Lord : O all ye Fowls of the air, bless ye the Lord. 

O all ye Beasts and Cattle, bless ye the Lord : O ye 
Children of Men, bless ye the Lord. 

O let Israel bless the Lord : Praise Him and magnify 
Him for ever. 

O ye Priests of the Lord, bless ye the Lord : O ye 
servants of the Lord, bless ye the Lord. 

O ye Spirits and Souls of the Righteous, bless ye the 
Lord : O ye holy and humble Men of heart, bless ye the 
Lord. 

Bless we the Father, and the Son, and the Holy 
Ghost : Let us praise Him and magnify Him for ever. 



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Blessed art Thou, O Lord, in the firmament of 
heaven : and greatly to be praised, and glorified, and 
highly exalted for ever. 

6. Confitebor tibi. Isaiah 12. 

OLORD, I will praise Thee, though Thou wast angry 
with me, Thine anger is turned away : and Thou 
eomfortedst me. 

Behold, God is my salvation : I wall trust, and not be 
afraid: 

For the Lord JEHOVAH is my strength and my song: 
He also is become my salvation. 

Therefore with joy shall ye draw water I out of the 
wells of salvation. 

And in that day shall ye say, Praise the Lord, call 
upon His Name : declare His doings among the people, 
make mention that His Name is exalted. 

Sing unto the Lord, for He hath done excellent 
things I this is known in all the earth. 

Cry out and shout, thou inhabitant of Zion : for 
great is the Holy One of Israel in the midst of thee. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

7. Exultavit cor meum. 1 Samuel 2. 

MY heart rejoiceth in the Lord : mine horn is exalted 
in the Lord; 

My mouth is enlarged over mine enemies I because I 
rejoice in Thy salvation. 

There is none holy as the Lord, for there is none 
beside Thee : neither is there any rock like our God. 

Talk no more so exceeding proudly : let not arro- 
gancy come out of your mouth; 

For the Lord is a God of knowledge : and by Him 
actions are weighed. 

The bows of the mighty men are broken : and they 
that stumbled are girded with strength. 



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The Lord killeth, and maketh alive : He bringeth 
down to the grave, and bringeth up. 

The Lord maketh poor, and maketh rich : He bring- 
eth low, and lifteth up. 

He raiseth up the poor out of the dust : and lifteth up 
the beggar from the dunghill, 

To set them among princes : and to make them in- 
herit the throne of glory; 

For the pillars of the earth are the Lord's : and He 
hath set the world upon them. 

He will keep the feet of His saints, and the wicked 
shall be silent in darkness : for by strength shall no man 
prevail. 

The adversaries of the Lord shall be broken to pieces : 
out of heaven shall He thunder upon them; 

The Lord shall judge the ends of the earth : and He 
shall give strength unto His king, and exalt the horn of 
His anointed. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

8. Cantemus Domino. Exodus 15. 

1WILL sing unto the Lord, for He hath triumphed 
gloriously : the horse and his rider hath He thrown 
into the sea. 

The Lord is my strength and song : and He is become 
my salvation; 

He is my God, and I will prepare Him an habitation : 
my father's God, and I will exalt Him. 

Thy right hand, O Lord, is become glorious in power : 
Thy right hand, O Lord, hath dashed in pieces the 
enemy. 

Who is like unto Thee, O Lord : among the gods? 

Who is like Thee : glorious in holiness, fearful in 
praises, doing wonders? 

Thou in Thy mercy hast led forth the people : which 
Thou hast redeemed; 

Thou hast guided them in Thy strength : unto Thy 
holy habitation. 



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Thou shalt bring them in, and plant them I in the 
mountain of Thine inheritance, 

In the place, O Lord, which Thou hast made for Thee 
to dwell in : in the Sanctuary, O Lord, which Thy 
hands have established. 

The Lord shall reign : for ever and ever. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

9. Domine, audivi. Habakkuk 3. 

OLORD, I have heard Thy speech, and was afraid : 
O Lord, revive Thy wx>rk in the midst of the years; 

In the midst of the years make known : in wrath 
remember mercy. 

God came from Teman I and the Holy One from 
mount Pa ran. 

His glory covered the heavens I and the earth was full 
of His praise. 

His brightness was as the light; He had horns coming 
out of His hand : and there was the hiding of His 
power. 

Before Him went the pestilence : and burning coals 
went forth at His feet. 

He stood, and measured the earth : He beheld, and 
drove asunder the nations; 

And the everlasting mountains were scattered, the 
perpetual hills did bow I His ways are everlasting. 

Thou wentest forth for the salvation of Thy people : 
even for salvation with Thine anointed. 

I will rejoice in the Lord : I w411 joy in the God of 
my salvation. 

The Lord God is my strength : and He will make me 
to walk upon mine high places. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 



G 



10. Avdife cceli. Deuteronomy 32. 

IVE ear, O ye heavens, and I will speak : and hear, 
O earth, the words of my mouth. 



362 THE CANTICLES 



My doctrine shall drop as the rain, my speech shall 
distil as the dew : as the small rain upon the tender 
herb, and as the showers upon the grass; 

Because I will publish the Name of the Lord : ascribe 
ye greatness unto our God. 

He is the Rock, His work is perfect : for all His ways 
are judgment; 

A God of truth and without iniquity I just and right 
is He. 

The Lord's portion is His people : Jacob is the lot of 
His inheritance. 

For the Lord shall judge His people : and repent 
Himself for His servants, 

When He seeth that their power is gone : and there 
is none shut up, or left. 

And He shall say, I lift up My hand to heaven I and 
say, I live for ever. 

Rejoice, O ye nations, with His people : for He will 
avenge the blood of His servants, 

And will render vengeance to His adversaries : and 
will be merciful unto His land, and to His people. 

Glory be to the Father, etc, 

11. The Beatitudes. Matthew 5. 

BLESSED are the poor in spirit I for their's is the 
kingdom of heaven. 

Blessed are they that mourn * for they shall be com- 
forted. 

Blessed are the meek I for they shall inherit the earth. 

Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after 
righteousness : for they shall be filled. 

Blessed are the merciful I for they shall obtain mercy. 

Blessed are the pure in heart I for they shall see God. 

Blessed are the peacemakers : for they shall be called 
the children of God. 

Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteous- 
ness' sake : for their's is the kingdom of heaven. 



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Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and per- 
secute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you 
falsely, for My sake : rejoice and be exceeding glad, for 
great is your reward in heaven. 

Glory be to the Father, etc. 

12. Dignus est Agnus. Revelation 5, 15, 19. 

WORTHY is the Lamb that was slain to receive 
power, and riches, and wisdom : and strength, 
and honor, and glory, and blessing. 

Blessing, and honor, and glory, and power, be unto 
Him that sitteth upon the throne : and unto the Lamb 
for ever and ever. 

Great and marvellous are Thy works, Lord God Al- 
mighty : just and true are Thy ways, Thou King of 
saints. 

Who shall not fear Thee, O Lord, and glorify Thy 
Name : for Thou only art holy. 

Praise our God, all ye His servants I and ye that fear 
Him, both small and great. 

Alleluia! for the Lord God Omnipotent reigneth : 
Alleluia! Alleluia! Amen. 



THE HISTORY OF THE 
PASSION OF OUR LORD 

AS RECORDED RY THE FOUR EVANGELISTS 



If The History of the Passion may be read as the Lesson at Matins 
or Vespers during holy week, beginning with the Vespers of palm 

SUNDAY. 

If Or it may be read during lent, and repeated during holy week. 
If Suitable hymns may be sung between the paragraphs of each Part of 

the History, and the Parts may be shortened by the omission of any 

paragraphs. 

PART ONE 

THEN Jesus six days before the passover came to 
Bethany, where Lazarus was which had been dead, 
whom he raised from the dead. There they made him 
a supper, in the house of Simon the leper, and Martha 
served; but Lazarus was one of them that sat at the 
table with him. As he sat at meat, there came a woman 
having an alabaster box of ointment of spikenard very 
precious; and she brake the box, and poured it on his 
head, and anointed the feet of Jesus, and wiped his feet 
with her hair: and the house was filled with the odor of 
the ointment. Then saith one of his disciples, Judas 
Iscariot, Simon's son, which should betray him, Why 
was not this ointment sold for three hundred pence, and 
given to the poor? This he said, not that he cared for 
the poor; but because he was a thief, and had the bag, 
and bare what was put therein. And they murmured 
against her. And Jesus said, Let her alone; why 
trouble ye her? she hath wrought a good work on me. 
For ye have the poor with you always, and whensoever 
ye will ye may do them good: but me ye have not 
always. She hath done what she could: she is come 
aforehand to anoint my body to the burying. Veri^ 

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THE HISTORY OF THE PASSION 365 

I say unto you, Wheresoever this gospel shall be 
preached throughout the whole world, this also that she 
hath done shall be spoken of for a memorial of her. 
Much people of the Jews therefore knew that he was 
there: and they came not for Jesus' sake only, but that 
they might see Lazarus also, whom he had raised from 
the dead. But the chief priests consulted that they 
might ptit Lazarus also to death; because that by reason 
of him many of the Jews went away, and believed on 
Jesus. 

And when they drew nigh unto Jerusalem, and were 
come -to Bethphage, unto the mount of Olives, then sent 
Jesus two disciples, saying unto them, Go into the 
village over against you, and 'straightway ye shall find 
an ass tied, and a colt with her, whereon never man sat; 
loose them, and bring them unto me. And if any man 
say aught unto you, ye shall say, The Lord hath need 
of them; and straightway he will send them. All this 
was done, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken 
by the prophet, saying, Tell ye the daughter of Sion, 
Behold, thy King cometh unto thee, meek, and sitting 
upon an ass, and a colt the foal of an ass. x\nd the dis- 
ciples went, and did as Jesus commanded them, and 
found the colt tied by the door without in a place where 
two ways met; and as they were loosing the colt, the 
owners thereof said unto them, Why loose ye the colt? 
And they said, The Lord hath need of him. And they 
brought him to Jesus: and they cast their garments 
upon the colt, and they set Jesus thereon. These things 
understood not his disciples at the first: but when 
Jesus was glorified, then .remembered they that these 
things were written of him, and that they had done 
these things unto him. The people therefore that was 
with him when he called Lazarus out of his grave, and 
raised him from the dead, bare record. For this cause 
the people also met him, for that they heard that he had 
done this miracie. And a very great multitude spread 
their garments in the way; others cut down branches 



366 THE HISTORY OF THE PASSION 

from the trees, and strewed them in the way. And 
when he was come nigh, even now at the descent of the 
mount of Olives, the whole multitude of the disciples 
began to rejoice and praise God with a loud voice for all 
the mighty works that they had seen; and the multi- 
tudes that went before, and that followed, cried, saying, 
Hosanna to the son of David : Blessed is he that cometh 
in the name of the Lord; Hosanna in the highest. 

And some of the Pharisees from among the multitude 
said unto him, Master, rebuke thy disciples. And he 
answered and said unto them, I tell you that, if these 
should hold their peace, the stones would immediately 
cry out. And when he was come near, he beheld the 
city, and wept over it, saying, If thou hadst known, even 
thou, at least in this thy day the things which belong 
unto thy peace! but now they are hid from thine eyes. 
For the days shall come upon thee that thine enemies 
shall cast a trench about thee, and compass thee round, 
and keep thee in on every side, and shall lay thee even 
with the ground, and thy children within thee; and they 
shall not leave in thee one stone upon another; because 
thou knewest not the time of thy visitation. And when 
he was come into Jerusalem, all the city was moved, 
saying, Who is this? And the multitude said, This is 
Jesus the prophet of Nazareth of Galilee. The Phar- 
isees therefore said among themselves, Perceive ye how 
ye prevail nothing? behold, the world is gone after him. 

And there were certain Greeks among them that came 
up to worship at the feast: the same came therefore to 
Philip, which was of Bethsaida of Galilee, and desired 
him, saying, Sir, we would see Jesus. Philip cometh 
and telleth Andrew: and again Andrew and Philip tell 
Jesus. And Jesus answered them, saying, The hour is 
come, that the Son of man should be glorified. Verily, 
verily, I say unto you, Except a corn of wheat fall into 
the ground and die, it abideth alone: but if it die, it 
bringeth forth much fruit. He that loveth his life shall 
lose it; and he that hateth his life in this world shall keep 



THE HISTORY OF THE PASSION 367 

it unto life eternal. If any man serve me, let him follow 
me; and where I am, there shall also my servant be: if 
any man serve me, him will my father honor. Now is 
my soul troubled; and what shall I say? Father, save 
me from this hour: but for this cause came I unto this 
hour. Father, glorify thy name. Then came there a 
voice from heaven, saying, I have both glorified it, and 
will glorify it again. The people therefore that stood 
by, and heard it, said that it thundered : others said, An 
angel spake to him. Jesus answered and said, This voice 
came not because of me, but for your sakes. Now is the 
judgment of this world: now shall the prince of this 
world be cast out. And I, if I be lifted up from the 
earth, will draw all men unto me. This he said, signi- 
fying what death he should die. The people answered 
him, We have heard out of the law that Christ abideth 
for ever; and how say est thou, The Son of man must 
be lifted up? who is this Son of man? Then Jesus said 
unto them, Yet a little while is the light with you. 
Walk while ye have the light, lest darkness come upon 
you: for he that walketh in darkness knoweth not 
whither he goeth. W 7 hile ye have light, believe in the 
light, that ye may be the children of light. 

And the blind and the lame came to him in the 
temple; and he healed them. And when the chief 
priests and scribes saw the wonderful things that he did, 
and the children crying in the temple, and saying, 
Hosanna to the son of David; they were sore displeased, 
and said unto him, Hearest thou what these say? And 
Jesus saith unto them, Yea ; have ye never read, Out of 
the mouth of babes and sucklings thou hast perfected 
praise? And when he had looked round about upon all 
things, and now the eventide was come, he went out 
unto Bethany with the twelve, and he lodged there. 

Now in the morning, as he returned into the city, he 
hungered. And seeing a fig tree afar off having leaves, 
he came, if haply he might find any thing thereon : and 
when he came to it, he found nothing but leaves; for the 



368 THE HISTORY OF ^Iffi PASSION 

time of figs was not yet. And Jesus answered and said 
unto it, No man eat fruit of thee hereafter for ever. 
And his disciples heard it. 

And they come to Jerusalem : and Jesus went into the 
temple, and began to cast out them that sold and bought 
in the temple, and overthrew the tables of the money 
changers, and the seats of them that sold doves; and 
would not suffer that any man should carry any vessel 
through the temple. And he taught, saying unto them, 
Is it not written, My house shall be called of all nations 
the house of prayer? but ye have made it a den of 
thieves. And the scribes and chief priests heard it, 
and sought how they might destroy him: for they 
feared him, because all the people was astonished at his 
doctrine. And when even was come, he went out of the 
city. 

And in the morning, as they passed by, they saw the 
fig tree dried up from the roots. And Peter calling to 
remembrance saith unto him, Master, behold, the fig 
tree which thou cursedst is withered away. And Jesus 
answering saith unto them, Have faith in God. Verily 
I say unto you, If ye have faith, and doubt not, ye shall 
not only do this which is done to the fig tree, but also if 
ye shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and 
be thou cast into the sea; it shall be done. And all 
things, whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer, believing, ye 
shall receive. 

And in the daytime he was teaching in the temple; 
and at night he went out, and abode in the mount that 
is called the mount of Olives. And all the people came 
early in the morning to him in the temple, for to hear 
him. 

PART TWO 

NOW the feast of unleavened bread drew nigh, which 
is called the passover. And Jesus said unto his 
disciples, Ye know that after two days is the feast of the 
passover, and the Son of man is betrayed to be crucified. 



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Then assembled together the chief priests, and the 
scribes, and the elders of the people, unto the palace of 
the high priest, who was called Caiaphas, and consulted 
that they might take Jesus by subtilty, and kill him. 
But they said, Not on the feast day, lest there be an up- 
roar among the people. 

Then entered Satan into Judas surnamed Iscariot, be- 
ing of the number of the twelve. And he went his way, 
and communed with the chief priests and captains, how 
he might betray him unto them. And said unto them, 
What will ye give me, and I will deliver him unto you? 
And they covenanted with him for thirty pieces of 
silver. And he promised, and sought opportunity to 
betray him unto them in the absence of the multitude. 

Then came the day of unleavened bread, when the 
passover must be killed. And he sent Peter and John, 
saying, Go and prepare us the passover that we may eat. 
And they said unto him, Where wilt thou that we pre- 
pare? And he said unto them, Behold, when ye are 
entered into the city, there shall a man meet you, bear- 
ing a pitcher of water; follow him into the house where 
he entereth in. And ye shall say unto the goodman of 
the house, The Master saith unto thee, Where is the 
guest chamber, where I shall eat the passover with my 
disciples? And he shall show you a large upper room 
furnished: there make ready. 

And they went, and found as he had said unto them : 
and they made ready the passover. ' And when the 
hour was come, he sat down, and the twelve apostles 
with him. And he said unto them, With desire I have 
desired to eat this passover with you before I suffer : for 
I say unto you, I will not any more eat thereof, until it 
be fulfilled in the kingdom of God. And he took the 
cup, and gave thanks, and said, Take this, and divide it 
among yourselves: for I say unto you, I will not drink 
of the fruit of the vine, until the kingdom of God shall 
come. 

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that his hour was come that he should depart out of this 
world unto the Father, having loved his own which were 
in the world, he loved them unto the end. And, during 
supper, the devil having now put into the heart of Judas 
Iscariot, Simon's son, to betray him; Jesus knowing that 
the Father had given all things into his hands, and that 
he was come from God, and went to God; he riseth from 
supper, and laid aside his garments; and took a towel, 
and girded himself. After that he poureth water into a 
basin, and began to wash the disciples' feet, and to wipe 
them with the towel wherewith he was girded. Then 
cometh he to Simon Peter: and Peter saith unto him, 
Lord, dost thou wash my feet? Jesus answered and said 
unto him, What I do thou knowest not now; but thou 
shalt know hereafter. Peter saith unto him, Thou 
shalt never wash my feet. Jesus answered him, If I 
wash thee not, thou hast no part with me. Simon 
Peter saith unto him, Lord, not my feet only, but also 
my hands and my head. Jesus saith to him, He that is 
washed needeth not save to wash his feet, but is clean 
every whit: and ye are clean, but not all. For he knew 
who should betray him; therefore said he, Ye are not all 
clean. 

So after he had washed their feet, and had taken his 
garments, and was set down again, he said unto them, 
Know ye what I have done to you? Ye call me Master 
and Lord: and ye say well; for so I am. If I then, your 
Lord and Master, have washed your feet; ye also ought 
to wash one another's feet. For I have given you an 
example, that ye should do as I have done to you. 
Verily, verily, I say unto you, The servant is not greater 
than his lord; neither he that is sent greater than he that 
sent him. If ye know these things, happy are ye if ye 
do them. I speak not of you all: I know whom I have 
chosen: but that the scripture may be fulfilled, He that 
eateth bread with me hath lifted up his heel against me. 
Now I tell you before it come, that, when it is come to 
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And as they were eating, Jesus took bread and when 
he had given thanks, he brake it and gave it to his dis- 
ciples, saying, Take, eat; this is my body, which is given 
for you; this do in remembrance of me. After the same 
manner also, when he had supped, he took the cup, and 
when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, saying, 
Drink ye all of it; this cup is the new testament in my 
blood, which is shed for you and for many, for the re- 
mission of sins; this do, as oft as ye drink it, in remem- 
brance of me. But I say unto you, I will not drink 
henceforth of this fruit of the vine, until that day when 
I drink it new with you in my father's kingdom. 

And as they sat and did eat, he was troubled in 
spirit, and testified, and said, Verily, verily, I say unto 
you, that one of you shall betray me. And they began 
to be sorrowful, and to say unto him one by one, Is it I? 
and another said, Is it I? And he answered and said 
unto them, It is one of the twelve, that dippeth with 
me in the dish. The Son of man indeed goeth as it is 
written of him : but woe to that man by whom the Son 
of man is betrayed ! good were it for that man if he had 
never been born. Then the disciples looked one on 
another, doubting of whom he spake. And they began 
to inquire among themselves, which of them it was that 
should do this thing. 

Xow there was leaning on Jesus' bosom one of his 
disciples, whom Jesus loved. Simon Peter therefore 
beckoned to him, that he should ask who it should be of 
whom he spake. He then lying on Jesus' breast saith 
unto him, Lord, who is it? Jesus answered, He it is, to 
whom I shall give a sop, when I have dipped it. And 
when he had dipped the sop, he gave it to Judas Iscariot, 
the son of Simon. And after the sop Satan entered into 
him. Then said Jesus unto him, That thou doest, do 
quickly. Now no man at the table knew for what in- 
tent he spake this unto him. For some of them 
thought, because Judas had the bag, that Jesus had said 
unto him, Buy those things that we have need of against 



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the feast; or, that he should give something to the poor. 
Then Judas, which betrayed him, answered and said, 
Master, is it I? He said unto him, Thou hast said. He 
then, having received the sop, went immediately out; 
and it was night. Therefore, when he was gone out, 
Jesus said, Now is the Son of man glorified, and God is 
glorified in him. If God be glorified in him, God shall 
also glorify him in himself, and shall straightway glorify 
him. 

And there was also a strife among them, which of 
them should be accounted the greatest. And he said 
unto them, The kings of the Gentiles exercise lordship 
over them; and they that exercise authority upon them 
are called benefactors. But ye shall not be so : but he 
that is greatest among you, let him be as the younger; 
and he that is chief, as he that doth serve. For whether 
is greater, he that sitteth at meat, or he that serve th? 
is not he that sitteth at meat? but I am among you as 
he that serveth. Ye are they which have continued 
with me in my temptations. And I appoint unto you a 
kingdom, as my Father hath appointed unto me; that 
ye may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom, and 
sit on thrones judging the twelve tribes of Israel. 
Little children, yet a little while I am with you. Ye 
shall seek me; and as I said unto the Jews, Whither I go, 
ye cannot come; so now I say to you. A new com- 
mandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; 
as I have loved you, that ye also love one another. By 
this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye 
have love one to another. 

Simon Peter said unto him, Lord, whither goest thou? 
Jesus answered him, Whither I go, thou canst not follow 
me now; but thou shalt follow me afterwards. Peter 
said unto him, Lord, why cannot I follow thee now? I 
will lay down my life for thy sake. Jesus answered him, 
Wilt thou lay down thy life for my sake? Simon, 
Simon, behold, Satan hath desired to have you, that he 
may sift you as wheat : but I have prayed for thee, that 



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thy faith fail not: and when thou art converted, 
strengthen thy brethren. And he said unto him, Lord, 
I am ready to go with thee, both into prison, and to 
death. And he said, I tell thee, Peter, the cock shall not 
crow this day, before that thou shalt thrice deny that 
thou knowest me. And when they had sung an hymn, 
they went out into the mount of Olives. 



PART THREE 

THESE words spake Jesus, and lifted up his eyes to 
heaven, and said, Father, the hour is come; glorify 
thy Son, that thy Son also may glorify thee. As thou 
hast given him power over all flesh, that he should give 
eternal life to as many as thou hast given him. And 
this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only 
true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent. I 
have glorified thee on the earth: I have finished the 
work which thou gavest me to do. 

And now, O Father, glorify thou me with thine own 
self with the glory which I had with thee before the 
world was. I have manifested thy name unto the men 
which thou gavest me out of the world : thine they were, 
and thou gavest them me; and they have kept thy word. 
Now they have known that all things whatsoever thou 
hast given me are of thee. For I have given unto them 
the words which thou gavest me; and they have received 
them, and have known surely that I came out from thee, 
and they have believed that thou didst send me. 

I pray for them: I pray not for the world, but for 
them which thou hast given me; for they are thine. 
And all mine are thine, and thine are mine; and I am 
glorified in them. And now I am no more in the world, 
but these are in the world, and I come to thee. Holy 
Father, keep through thine own name those whom thou 
hast given me, that they may be one, as we are. While 
I was with them in the world, I kept them in thy name : 
those that thou gavest me I have kept, and none of them 



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is lost, but the son of perdition; that the scripture might 
be fulfilled. 

And now come I to thee; and these things I speak in 
the world, that they might have my joy fulfilled in them- 
selves. I have given them thy word; and the world 
hath hated them, because they are not of the world, 
even as I am not of the world. I pray not that thou 
shouldest take them out of the world, but that thou 
shouldest keep them from the evil. They are not of the 
world, even as I am not of the world. Sanctify them 
through thy truth: thy word is truth. 

As thou hast sent me into the world, even so have I 
also sent them into the world. And for their sakes I 
sanctify myself, that they also might be sanctified 
through the truth. Neither pray I for these alone, but 
for them also which shall believe on me through their 
word; that they all may be one; as thou, Father, art in 
me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us : that 
the world may believe that thou hast sent me. And the 
glory which thou gavest me I have given them; that 
they may be one, even as we are one: I in them, and 
thou in me, that they may be made perfect in one; and 
that the world may know that thou hast sent me, and 
hast loved them, as thou hast loved me. 

Father, I will that they also, whom thou hast given 
me, be with me where I am; that they may behold my 
glory, which thou hast given me: for thou lovedst me 
before the foundation of the world. O righteous 
Father, the world hath not known thee: but I have 
known thee, and these have known that thou hast sent 
me. And I have declared unto them thy name, and 
will declare it; that the love wherewith thou hast loved 
me may be in them, and I in them. 

When Jesus had spoken these words, he went forth 
with his disciples over the brook Cedron, as he was wont, 
to the mount of Olives; and his disciples also followed 
him. And Jesus saith unto them, All ye shall be 
offended because of me this night: for it is written, I 



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375 



will smite the shepherd, and the sheep shall be scat- 
tered. But after that I am risen I will go before you 
into Galilee. But Peter said unto him, Although all 
shall be offended, yet will not I. And Jesus saith unto 
him, Verily I say unto thee, That this day, even in this 
night, before the cock crow twice, thou shalt deny me 
thrice. But he spake the more vehemently, If I should 
die with thee, I will not deny thee in any wise. Like- 
wise also said they all. 

And they came to a place which was named Geth- 
semane; where was a garden, into the which he entered, 
and his disciples. And Judas also, which betrayed him 
knew the place : for Jesus ofttimes resorted thither with 
his disciples. And when he was at the place, he said 
unto them, Sit ye here, while I go and pray yonder. 
Pray that ye enter not into temptation. And he took 
with him Peter and the two sons of Zebedee, and began 
to be sorrowful and very heavy. Then saith he unto 
them. My soul is exceeding sorrowful, even unto death: 
tarry ye here, and watch with me. And he went for- 
ward a little, and fell on the ground, and prayed that, if 
it were possible, the hour might pass from him. And he 
said, Abba, Father, all things are possible unto thee; 
take away this cup from me: nevertheless, not what I 
will, but what thou wilt. 

And he cometh, and findeth them sleeping, and saith 
unto Peter, Simon, sleepest thou? couldest not thou 
watch one hour? Watch ye and pray, lest ye enter into 
temptation. The spirit truly is ready, but the flesh is 
weak. He went away again the second time, and 
prayed, saying, O my Father, if this cup may not pass 
away from me except I drink it, thy will be done. And 
when he returned, he found them asleep again, (for their 
eyes were heavy,) neither wist they what to answer him. 
And he left them, and went away again, and prayed the 
third time, saying the same words, Father, if thou be 
willing, remove this cup from me : nevertheless, not my 
will, but thine, be done. And there appeared an angel 



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unto him from heaven, strengthening him. And being 
in an agony he prayed more earnestly : and his sweat was 
as it were great drops of blood falling down to the 
ground. 

And when he rose up from prayer and was come to his 
disciples, he found them sleeping for sorrow, and saith 
unto them, Sleep on now, and take your rest: it is 
enough, the hour is come; behold, the Son of man is be- 
trayed into the hands of sinners. Why sleep ye? rise 
and pray, lest ye enter into temptation. Let us be 
going: behold, he is at hand that doth betray me. 

And while he yet spake, lo, Judas, one of the twelve, 
having received a band of men and officers from the 
chief priests and Pharisees, cometh thither with lanterns 
and torches and weapons, and with him a great multi- 
tude with swords and staves, from the chief priests and 
elders of the people. Jesus therefore, knowing all 
things that should come upon him, went forth, and said 
unto them, Whom seek ye? They answered him, Jesus 
of Nazareth. Jesus saith unto them, I am he. And 
Judas also, which betrayed him, stood with them. As 
soon as he had said unto them, I am he, they went back- 
ward, and fell to the ground. Then asked he them 
again, Whom seek ye? And they said, Jesus of Naza- 
reth. Jesus answered, I have told you that I am he: if 
therefore ye seek me, let these go their way: that the 
saying might be fulfilled, which he spake, Of them which 
thou gavest me have I lost none. 

Now he that betrayed him gave them a sign, saying, 
Whomsoever I shall kiss, that same is he; hold him fast. 
And forthwith he came to Jesus, and said, Hail, Master; 
and kissed him. And Jesus said unto him, Friend, 
wherefore art thou come? Betrayest thou the Son of 
man with a kiss? Then came they, and laid hands on 
Jesus, and took him. When they which were about him 
saw what would follow, they said unto him, Lord, shall 
we smite with the sword? Then Simon Peter having a 
sword drew it, and smote the high priest's servant, and 



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cut off his right ear. The servant's name was Malchus. 
Then said Jesus unto Peter, Put up thy sword into the 
sheath; for all they that take the sword shall perish 
with the sword. The cup which my father hath given 
me, shall I not drink it? Thinkest thou that I cannot 
now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me 
more than twelve legions of angels? But how then shall 
the scriptures be fulfilled, that thus it must be? Suffer 
ye thus far. And he touched his ear, and healed him. 
In that same hour said Jesus to the multitudes, Are 
ye come out as against a thief with swords and staves 
for to take me? I sat daily with you teaching in the 
temple, and ye laid no hold on me. But all this was 
done, that the scriptures of the prophets might be ful- 
filled. Then all the disciples forsook him, and fled. 

PART FOUR 

THEN the band and the captain and officers of the 
Jews took Jesus, and bound him, and led him away 
to Annas first; for he was father-in-law T to Caiaphas, 
which was the high priest that same year. Now 
Caiaphas was he, which gave counsel to the Jews, that 
it was expedient that one man should die for the people. 
And with him were assembled all the chief priests and 
the elders and the scribes. And Peter followed him 
afar off, even into the palace of the high priest, and so did 
another disciple : that disciple was known unto the high 
priest, and went in with Jesus into the palace of the high 
priest. But Peter stood at the door without. Then 
went out that other disciple, which was known unto the 
high priest, and spake unto her that kept the door, and 
brought in Peter. And when they had kindled a fire 
in the midst of the hall, and were set down together, 
Peter sat down among them, and warmed himself at the 
fire. 

The high priest then asked Jesus of his disciples, and 
of his doctrine. Jesus answered him, I spake openly 



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to the world; I ever taught in the synagogue, and in 
the temple, whither the Jews always resort; and in 
secret have I said nothing. Why askest thou me? ask 
them which heard me, what I have said unto them: 
behold, they know what I said. And when he had thus 
spoken, one of the officers which stood by struck Jesus 
with the palm of his hand, saying, Answerest thou the 
high priest so? Jesus answered him, If I have spoken 
evil, bear witness of the evil: but if well, why smitest 
thou me? Now Annas had sent him bound unto Caia- 
phas the high priest. 

And the chief priests and all the council sought for 
witness against Jesus to put him to death; and found 
none. For many bare false witness against him, but 
their witness agreed not together. At the last came 
two false witnesses, saying, We heard him say, I will 
destroy this temple that is made with hands, and within 
three days I will build another made without hands. 
But neither so did their witness agree together. And 
the high priest stood up in the midst, and asked Jesus, 
saying, Answerest thou nothing? what is it which these 
witness against thee? But he held his peace, and an- 
swered nothing. 

Again the high priest asked him, and said unto him, 
Art thou the Christ, the Son of the Blessed? I adjure 
thee by the living God, that thou tell us whether thou 
be the Christ, the Son of God. Jesus saith unto him, 
Thou hast said : nevertheless I say unto you, Hereafter 
shall ye see the Son of man sitting on the right hand 
of power, and coming in the clouds of heaven. Then 
the high priest rent his clothes, saying, He hath spoken 
blasphemy; what further need have we of witnesses? 
behold, now ye have heard his blasphemy. What think 
ye? They answered and said, He is guilty of death. 
Then did they spit in his face, and buffeted him. 

And as Peter was beneath in the palace, there cometh 
one of the maids of the high priest: and when she saw 
Peter warming himself, she looked upon him, and said, 



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And thou also wast with Jesus of Nazareth. But he 
denied before them all, saying, I know not what thou 
sayest. And he went out into the porch; and the cock 
crew. And when he was gone out into the porch, an- 
other maid saw him, and said unto them that were there, 
This fellow was also with Jesus of Nazareth. And again 
he denied with an oath, I do not know the man. 

And about the space of one hour after another con- 
fidently affirmed, saying, Of a truth this fellow also was 
with him; for he is a Galilean. And they that stood 
by said to Peter, Surely thou also art one of them; for 
thy speech betrayeth thee. One of the servants of the 
high priest, being his kinsman whose ear Peter cut off, 
saith, Did not I see thee in the garden with him? But 
he began to curse and to swear, saying, I know not this 
man of whom ye speak. And immediately, while he 
yet spake, the cock crew. And the Lord turned, and 
looked upon Peter. And Peter remembered the word 
of the Lord, how he had said unto him, Before the cock 
crow, thou shalt deny me thrice. And Peter went out, 
and wept bitterly. 

When the morning was come, all the chief priests 
and elders of the people took counsel against Jesus to 
put him to death : and when they had bound him, they 
led him away, and delivered him to Pontius Pilate the 
governor. 

Then Judas, which had betrayed him, when he saw 
that he was condemned, repented himself, and brought 
again the thirty pieces of silver to the chief priests and 
elders, saying, I have sinned in that I have betrayed 
the innocent blood. And they said, What is that to 
us? see thou to that. And he cast down the pieces of 
silver in the temple, and departed, and went and hanged 
himself. And the chief priests took the silver pieces, 
and said. It is not lawful for to put them into the treas- 
ury because it is the price of blood. And they took 
counsel, and bought with them the potter's field, to 
bury strangers in. Wherefore that field was called, 



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the field of blood, unto this day. Then was fulfilled 
that which was spoken by Jeremy the prophet, saying, 
And they took the thirty pieces of silver, the price of 
him that was valued, whom they of the children of 
Israel did value; and gave them for the potter's field, 
as the Lord appointed me. 

PART FIVE 

THEN led they Jesus from Caiaphas unto the hall 
of judgment: and it was early; and they themselves 
went not into the judgment hall, lest they should be 
defiled; but that they might eat the passover. Pilate 
then went out unto them, and said, What accusation 
bring ye against this man? They answered and said 
unto him, If he were not a malefactor, we would not 
have delivered him up unto thee. Then said Pilate unto 
them, Take ye him, and judge him according to your 
law. The Jews therefore said unto him, It is not lawful 
for us to put any man to death: that the saying of 
Jesus might be fulfilled, which he spake, signifying 
what death he should die. And they began to accuse 
him, saying, We found this fellow perverting the nation, 
and forbidding to give tribute to Csesar, saying that he 
himself is Christ a king. 

Then Pilate entered into the judgment hall again, 
and called Jesus, and said unto him, Art thou the King 
of the Jews? Jesus answered him, Sayest thou this 
thing of thyself, or did others tell it thee of me? Pilate 
answered, Am I a Jew? Thine own nation and the 
chief priests have delivered thee unto me: what hast 
thou done? Jesus answered, My kingdom is not of 
this world: if my kingdom were of this world, then 
would my servants fight, that I should not be delivered 
to the Jews : but now is my kingdom not from hence. 
Pilate therefore said unto him, Art thou a king then? 
Jesus answered, Thou sayest that I am a king. To this 
end was I born, and for this cause came I into the 



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world, that I should bear witness unto the truth. Every 
one that is of the truth heareth my voice. Pilate saith 
unto him, What is truth? And when he had said this, 
he went out again unto the Jews, and saith unto them, 
I find in him no fault at all. 

And when he was accused of the chief priests and 
elders, he answered nothing. Then said Pilate unto 
him, Hearest thou not how many things they witness 
against thee? And he answered him to never a w r ord; 
insomuch that the governor marvelled greatly. And 
they were the more fierce, saying, He stirreth up the 
people, teaching throughout all Jewry, beginning from 
Galilee to this place. When Pilate heard of Galilee, he 
asked whether the man were a Galilean. And as soon as 
he knew that he belonged unto Herod's jurisdiction, he 
sent him to Herod, who himself also w r as at Jerusalem at 
that time. 

And when Herod saw Jesus, he was exceeding glad: 
for he was desirous to see him of a long season, because 
he had heard many things of him; and he hoped to have 
seen some miracle done by him. Then he questioned 
with him in many words; but he answered him nothing. 
And the chief priests and scribes stood and vehemently 
accused him. And Herod with his men of war set him at 
nought, and mocked him, and arrayed him in a gorgeous 
robe, and sent him again to Pilate. And the same day 
Pilate and Herod were made friends together; for before 
they were at enmity between themselves. 

And Pilate, when he had called together the chief 
priests and the rulers and the people, said unto them, 
Ye have brought this man unto me, as one that per- 
verteth the people; and, behold, I, having examined him 
before you, have found no fault in this man touching 
those things whereof ye accuse him: no, nor yet Herod: 
for I sent you to him; and, lo, nothing worthy of death 
is done unto him. I will therefore chastise him, and 
release him. 

Now at that feast the governor was wont to release 



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unto the people a prisoner, whom they would. And they 
had then a notable prisoner, called Barabbas. There- 
fore when they were gathered together, Pilate said unto 
them, Ye have a custom, that I should release unto you 
one at the passover. Whom will ye that I release unto 
you? Barabbas, or Jesus which is called Christ? For he 
knew that for envy they had delivered him. When he 
was set down on the judgment seat, his wife sent unto 
him, saying, Have thou nothing to do with that just 
man: for I have suffered many things this day in a 
dream because of him. 

But the chief priests and elders persuaded the multi- 
tude that they should ask Barabbas, and destroy Jesus. 
The governor answered and said unto them, Whether 
of the twain will ye that I release unto you? And they 
cried out all at once, saying, Away with this man, and 
release unto us Barabbas: (who for a certain sedition 
made in the city, and for murder, was cast into prison.) 
Pilate therefore, willing to release Jesus, spake again 
to them. But they cried, saying, Crucify him, crucify 
him. And he said unto them the third time, Why, 
what evil hath he done? I have found no cause of 
death in him: I will therefore chastise him, and let him 
go. And they were instant with loud voices, requiring 
that he might be crucified : and the voices of them and 
of the chief priests prevailed. 

When Pilate saw that he could prevail nothing, but 
that rather a tumult was made, he took water, and 
washed his hands before the multitude, saying, I am 
innocent of the blood of this just person: see ye to it. 
Then answered all the people, and said, His blood be on 
us, and on our children. And so Pilate, willing to con- 
tent the people, released Barabbas unto them, and 
delivered Jesus, when he had scourged him, to be 
crucified. 

And the soldiers led him away into the hall, called 
Praetorium; and they call together the whole band. 
And they clothed him with purple, and platted a crown 



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of thorns, and put it about his head, and a reed in his 
right hand: and they bowed the knee before him, and 
mocked him, saying, Hail, King of the Jews! And they 
spit upon him, and took the reed, and smote him on the 
head. Pilate therefore went forth again, and saith unto 
them, Behold, I bring him forth to you, that ye may 
know that I find no fault in him. Then came Jesus 
forth, wearing the crown of thorns, and the purple robe. 
And Pilate saith unto them, Behold the man! When 
the chief priests therefore and officers saw him, they 
cried out, saying, Crucify him, crucify him. Pilate saith 
unto them, Take ye him, and crucify him: for I find no 
fault in him. The Jews answered him, We have a law, 
and by our law he ought to die, because he made him- 
self the Son of God. When Pilate therefore heard that 
saying, he was the more afraid; and went again into the 
judgment hall, and saith unto Jesus, Whence art thou? 
But Jesus gave him no answer. Then saith Pilate unto 
him, Speakest thou not unto me? knowest thou not that 
I have power to crucify thee, and have power to release 
thee? Jesus answered, Thou couldest have no power at 
all against me, except it were given thee from above: 
therefore he that delivered me unto thee hath the 
greater sin. And from thenceforth Pilate sought to re- 
lease him: but the Jews cried out, saying, If thou let 
this man go, thou art not Caesar's friend: whosoever 
maketh himself a king speaketh against Caesar. When 
Pilate therefore heard that saying, he brought Jesus 
forth, and sat down in the judgment seat in a place that 
is called the Pavement, but in the Hebrew, Gabbatha. 
And it was the preparation of the passover, and about 
the sixth hour: and he saith unto the Jews, Behold your 
King! But they cried out, Away with him, away with 
him, crucify him. Pilate saith unto them, Shall I 
crucify your King? The chief priests answered, We 
have no king but Caesar. 

Then delivered he him therefore unto them to be 
crucified. 



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PART SIX 



1f At the words: He bowed his head, and gave up the ghost, all may 
kneel and silently say the Lord's Prayer or other suitable prayers. 



AND they took Jesus, and when they had mocked 
L him, they took off the purple from him, and put 
his own clothes on him, and led him out to crucify 
him. And he bearing his cross went forth. And as 
they came out, they found a man of Cyrene, Simon 
by name, the father of Alexander and Rufus, and on 
him they laid the cross, that he might bear it after 
Jesus. And there followed him a great company of 
people, and of women, which also bewailed and lamented 
him. But Jesus turning unto them said, Daughters of 
Jerusalem, weep not for me, but weep for yourselves, 
and for your children. For, behold, the days are coming, 
in the which they shall say, Blessed are the barren, and 
the wombs that never bare, and the paps which never 
gave suck. Then shall they begin to say to the moun- 
tains, Fall on us; and to the hills, Cover us. For if they 
do these things in a green tree, what shall be done in the 
dry? And there were also two others, malefactors, led 
with him to be put to death. 

And they bring him unto the place Golgotha, which 
is, being interpreted, The place of a skull. And they 
gave him to drink wine mingled with myrrh: but he 
received it not. There they crucified him, and the 
malefactors, one on the right hand, and the other 
on the left. And it was the third hour. Then said 
Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what 
they do. 

And Pilate wrote a title, and put it on the cross. And 
the writing was, JESUS OF NAZARETH THE KING 
OF THE JEWS. This title then read many of the 
Jews; for the place where Jesus was crucified was nigh 



THE HISTORY OF THE PASSION 385 

to the city: and it was written in Hebrew, and Greek, 
and Latin. Then said the chief priests of the Jews to 
Pilate, Write not, The King of the Jews; but that he 
said, I am King of the Jews. Pilate answered, What I 
have written I have written. 

Then the soldiers, when they had crucified Jesus, 
took his garments, and made four parts, to every 
soldier a part; and also his coat: now the coat was with- 
out seam, woven from the top throughout. They said 
therefore among themselves, Let us not rend it, but 
cast lots for it, whose it shall be: that the scripture 
might be fulfilled, which saith, They parted my raiment 
among them, and for my vesture they did cast lots. 
These things therefore the soldiers did; and sitting down 
they watched him there. 

And they that passed by reviled him, wagging their 
heads, and saying, Thou that destroyest the temple, and 
buildest it in three days, save thyself . If thou be the 
Son of God, come down from the cross. Likewise also 
the chief priests mocking him, with the scribes and 
elders, said, He saved others; himself he cannot save. 
If he be the King of Israel, let him now come down from 
the cross, and we will believe him. He trusted in God; 
let him deliver him now, if he will have him; for he said, 
I am the Son of God. And the soldiers also mocked 
him, coming to him, and offering him vinegar, and 
saving, If thou be the King of the Jews, save thy- 
self. 

And one of the malefactors which were hanged railed 
on him, saying, If thou be Christ, save thyself and us. 
But the other answering rebuked him, saying, Dost not 
thou fear God, seeing thou art in the same condemna- 
tion? And we indeed justly; for we receive the due 
reward of our deeds: but this man hath done nothing 
amiss. And he said unto Jesus, Lord, remember me 
when thou comest into thy kingdom. And Jesus said 
unto him, Verily I say unto thee, To day shalt thou be 
with me in paradise. 



386 THE HISTORY OF THE PASSION 

Now there stood by the cross of Jesus his mother, and 
his mother's sister, Mary the wife of Cleophas, and 
Mary Magdalene. When Jesus therefore saw his 
mother, and the disciple standing by, whom he loved, 
he saith unto his mother, Woman, behold thy son! 
Then saith he to the disciple, Behold thy mother ! And 
from that hour that disciple took her unto his own home. 

And it was about the sixth hour, and there was a 
darkness over all the earth until the ninth hour. And 
the sun was darkened. And at the ninth hour Jesus 
cried with a loud voice, saying Eloi, Eloi, lama sabach- 
thani? which is, being interpreted, My God, my God, 
why hast thou forsaken me? And some of them that 
stood by, when they heard it, said, Behold, he calleth 
Elias. After this, Jesus knowing that all things were 
now accomplished, that the scripture might be fulfilled, 
saith, I thirst. Now there was set a vessel full of vin- 
egar, and straightway one of them ran, and took a 
sponge, and filled it with vinegar, and put it on a reed, 
and gave him to drink. The rest said, Let be, let us see 
whether Elias will come to save him. When Jesus there- 
fore had received the vinegar, he said, It is finished. 
And when Jesus had cried with a loud voice, he said, 
Father, into thy hands I commend my spirit : and hav- 
ing said thus, he bowed his head, and gave up the ghost. 

And, behold, the vail of the temple was rent in twain 
from the top to the bottom; and the earth did quake, 
and the rocks rent; and the graves were opened; and 
many bodies of the saints which slept arose, and came 
out of the graves after his resurrection, and went into 
the holy city, and appeared unto many. Now when the 
centurion, and they that were with him, watching Jesus, 
saw the earthquake, and those things that were done, 
they feared greatly, saying, Truly this was the Son of 
God. And all the people that came together to that 
sight, beholding the things which were done, smote their 
breasts, and returned. 



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PART SEVEN 

HERE were also women looking on afar off: 
X among whom was Mary Magdalene, and Mary the 
mother of James the less and of Joses and Salome; who 
also, when he was in Galilee, followed him, and minis- 
tered unto him; and many other women which came up 
with him unto Jerusalem. 

The Jews therefore, because it was the preparation, 
that the bodies should not remain upon the cross on the 
sabbath day, (for that sabbath day was an high day,) 
besought Pilate that their legs might be broken, and 
that they might be taken away. Then came the 
soldiers, and brake the legs of the first, and of the other 
which was crucified with him. But when they came to 
Jesus, and saw that he was dead already, they brake 
not his legs : but one of the soldiers with a spear pierced 
his side, and forthwith came there out blood and 
water. And he that saw it bare record, and his record is 
true; and he knoweth that he saith true, that ye might 
believe. For these things were done, that the scripture 
should be fulfilled, A bone of him shall not be broken. 
And again another scripture saith, They shall look on 
him w^hom they pierced. 

And now when the even was come, because it was the 
preparation, that is, the day before the sabbath, 
Joseph of Arimathaea, an honorable counsellor, a good 
man, and a just; (the same had not consented to the 
counsel and deed of them;) being a disciple of Jesus, but 
secretly for fear of the Jews, which also waited for the 
kingdom of God, came, and went in boldly unto Pilate, 
and craved the body of Jesus. And Pilate marvelled if 
he were already dead: and calling unto him the cen- 
turion, he asked him whether he had been any w r hile 
dead. And when he knew it of the centurion, he gave 
the body to Joseph. And there came also Nicodemus, 
(w^hich at the first came to Jesus by night,) and brought 
a mixture of myrrh and aloes, about a hundred pound 



388 [THE HISTORY OF THE PASSION 

weight. Then took they the body of Jesus, and wound 
it in linen clothes with the spices, as the manner of the 
Jews is to bury. Now in the place where he was crucified 
there was a garden; and in the garden a new sepulchre, 
wherein was never man yet laid. There laid they Jesus 
therefore because of the Jews' preparation day; for 
the sepulchre was nigh at hand. 

And Mary Magdalene and Mary the mother of Joses 
beheld where he was laid. And the women also, which 
came with him from Galilee, followed after, and beheld 
the sepulchre, and how his body was laid. And they 
returned, and prepared spices and ointments; and rested 
the sabbath day according to the commandment. 

Now the next day, that followed the day of the 
preparation, the chief priests and Pharisees came to- 
gether unto Pilate, saying, Sir, we remember that the 
deceiver said, while he was yet alive, After three days I 
will rise again. Command therefore that the sepulchre 
be made sure until the third day, lest his disciples come 
by night, and steal him away, and say unto the people, 
He is risen from the dead : so the last error shall be worse 
than the first. Pilate said unto them, Ye have a watch, 
go your way, make it as sure as ye can. So they went, 
and made the sepulchre sure, sealing the stone, and set- 
ting a watch. 



THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 



ORDER FOR THE BAPTISM OF 

INFANTS 



1[ Baptism should be administered at a public Service. When cir- 
cumstances demand, it may be administered privately, but public 
announcement thereof shall afterward be made. Parents are urged 
not to delay the baptism of their children. 

If The names of the parents, of the sponsors, and of the child, icith the 
date and place of birth and of baptism, shall be entered in the Record 
of the Congregation, and a proper certificate issued. 

\\ Only members of the Church shall be accepted as sponsors. 

Tf Baptism may be administered at any of the regular Services or at a 
specially appointed Service. When administered at The Service, the 
Order here given may follow the Creed or the General Prayer; when 
at Vespers, it may follow the Lessons or the Sermon; when at a spe- 
cially appointed Service, the Order may be preceded by a Hymn. 

]f The Minister may lay his hand on the head of the child during the 
repetition of the Lord's Prayer. 



I 



If The Minister shall say: 
N the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the 
Holy Ghost. Amen. 



DEARLY Beloved: Forasmuch as all men are con- 
ceived and born in sin, and our Saviour Jesus 
Christ hath said, Except a man be born of water and 
of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God : 
I beseech you to call upon God the Father, through our 
Lord Jesus Christ, that of His goodness and mercy He 
will receive this child, by baptism, into the Church of the 
Redeemer, and make him a living member of the same. 

389 



390 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

Let us pray. 

ALMIGHTY and Everlasting God, the Father of 
XjL our Lord Jesus Christ: We call upon Thee for 
this child, and beseech Thee to bestow upon him the 
gift of Thy baptism and Thine everlasting grace by the 
washing of regeneration. Receive him, O Lord, as 
Thou hast promised by Thy well-beloved Son, saying: 
Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; 
knock, and it shall be opened unto you; through the 
same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

If Then shall the Minister say: 

HEAR the Holy Gospel, which saith: 
They brought young children to Him, that He 
should touch them: and His disciples rebuked those 
that brought them. But when Jesus saw it, He 
was much displeased, and said unto them: Suffer 
the little children to come unto Me, and forbid them 
not, for of such is the kingdom of God. Verily I say 
unto you, whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of 
God as a little child, he shall not enter therein. And 
He took them up in His arms, put His hands upon 
them, and blessed them. 

Our Lord Jesus Christ said : 

A LL power is given unto Me in heaven and in earth. 
ji\ Go ye, therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing 
them in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and 
of the Holy Ghost; teaching them to observe all things 
whatsoever I have commanded you; and, lo, I am with 
you alway, even unto the end of the world. 

He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved. 

Tf Then shall all say: 

OUR Father, Who art in heaven; Hallowed be Thy 
Name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done 
on earth, as it is in heaven; Give us this day our daily 



ORDER FOR THE BAPTISM OF INFANTS 391 

bread; And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive 
those who trespass against us; And lead us not into 
temptation; But deliver us from. evil; For Thine is the 
kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and 
ever. Amen. 

If Then shall the Minister say to those who present the child: 

IN obedience to our Lord's command you bring this 
child for Holy Baptism. I therefore ask you: 
Do you renounce the devil, and all his works, and all 
his ways? 

Answer: Yes, I renounce. 

% Then shall the Minister say: 

Let us all confess the Faith into which we have been 
baptized, and into which this child is now to be baptized. 

% Then shall all say the Apostles' Creed. 

I BELIEVE in God the Father Almighty, Maker of 
heaven and earth. 

And in Jesus Christ His only Son, our Lord; Who 
was conceived by the Holy Ghost, Born of the Virgin 
Mary; Suffered under Pontius Pilate, Was crucified, 
dead, and buried; He descended into hell; The third 
day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into 
heaven, And sitteth on the right hand of God the Father 
Almighty; From thence He shall come to judge the 
quick and the dead. 

I believe in the Holy Ghost; The holy Christian 
Church, the Communion of Saints; The Forgiveness of 
sins; The Resurrection of the body; And the Life ever- 
lasting. Amen. 

If Then, addressing those who present the child, the Minister shall say: 

Do you present this child to be baptized into this 
Christian Faith? 

Answer: I do. 



392 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

Do you promise to instruct him in the Word of God, 
and to bring him up in the nurture and admonition of 
the Lord? 

Answer: Yes, I promise. 

Tf The Minister may now ash: How shall this child be named? and 
shall then baptize him by applying the water three times as he saith: 

NI BAPTIZE thee: 
• j In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, 
and of the Holy Ghost. Amen. 

If Then the Minister, laying his hand on the head of the child, shall say: 

ALMIGHTY God, the Father of our Lord Jesus 
±\. Christ, Who hath begotten thee again of water 
and the Holy Ghost, and hath forgiven thee all thy sin, 
strengthen thee with His grace unto life everlasting. 
Amen. 

Peace be with thee. 

Tf Then shall the Minister say: 

Let us pray. 

ALMIGHTY and most Merciful God and Father, 
jf*V we thank Thee that Thou dost graciously pre- 
serve and extend Thy Church, and that Thou hast 
granted to this child the new birth in Holy Baptism, 
and received him as Thy child and heir to Thy kingdom; 
and we humbly beseech Thee to defend and keep him 
in this grace, that he may never depart from Thee, but 
may always live according to Thy will, and finally re- 
ceive the fullness of Thy promise in Thine eternal king- 
dom; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who 
liveth, and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, 
ever One God, world without end. Amen. 

If Then shall the Minister say to those who have jrresented the child: 

I NOW admonish you who have done so charitable a 
work to this child in his Baptism, that ye diligently 
and faithfully teach him the Ten Commandments, the 
Creed, and the Lord's Prayer; and that, as he grows in 



ORDER FOR THE BAPTISM OF INFANTS 393 

years, ye place in his hands the Holy Scriptures, bring 
him to the Services of God's House; and provide for his 
instruction in the Christian Faith, that, abiding in the 
covenant of his Baptism, and in communion with the 
Church, he may be brought up to lead a godly life until 
the day of Jesus Christ. Amen. 



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Tf Then shall the Minister say: 
HE Blessing of Almighty God, the Father, the Son, 
and the Holy Ghost, be with you alway. Amen. 



AN ALTERNATE FORM OF QUESTIONS 

•[f In place of the questions, page 391, the following* ivhich are of ancient 
origin and tcide usage in the Church, may be used. 

SINCE in Christian love you present this child for Holy Baptism. 
I call upon you to answer in his stead. 
Dost thou renounce the devil, and all his works, and all his ways? 
Answer: Yes, I renounce. 

Dost thou believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven 
and earth? And in Jesus Christ His only Son, our Lord; Who was 
conceived by the Holy Ghost, Born of the Virgin Mary; Suffered 
under Pontius Pilate, Was crucified, dead, and buried; Descended into 
hell; The third day rose again from the dead; Ascended into heaven, 
And sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; Whence 
He shall come to judge the quick and the dead? And in the Holy 
Ghost; The holy Christian Church, the Communion of Saints; The 
Forgiveness of sins; The Resurrection of the body; And the Life 
everlasting? 

Answer: I believe. 

Dost thou desire to be baptized into this Christian Faith? 

Answer: I do. 

Tf The baptism shall then proceed according to the Order {page 392) 
beginning with the words: N., I baptize thee, etc. 



LAY BAPTISM 

Tf If the child be in extreme illness, and there be no time to call the 
Minister, any Christian man or woman may administer baptism, 
being careful to use with the ivater, the words: N., I baptize thee: In 
the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. 
Amen. The Lord's Prayer may then be said. 



394 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

If Such baptism shall, in all cases, be reported to the Minister, icho 
shall inquire: Whether the child was baptized with water; In the 
Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost? If 
he so find, he shall enter the same in the Record of the Congregation 
as a true Christian baptism, but if he be uncertain whether the child 
has been properly baptized, he shall baptize him according to the 
Order. 

CONFIRMATION OF LAY BAPTISM 

1f Baptism administered by a lay person may afterward be publicly con- 
firmed at a Service of the Church. In such case the child shall be 
brought to the church, and the person who administered the baptism 
and the witnesses shall also be present. 

If The Minister shall ask the following questions: 

BY whom was this baptism administered? 
Who were present? 
Was the child baptized with water? 

Was the child baptized with the use of the words: In the Name of 
the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost? 

If These questions having been satisfactorily answered, the Minister 

shall say: 

FORASMUCH as you have done this in obedience to the com- 
mand of our Lord Jesus Christ, I declare this baptism to have 
been properly administered. 

Let us pray. 

Tf Then the Minister, laying his hand upon the head of the child, shall say 

the Lord's Prayer. 

If Then shall he say: 

ALMIGHTY God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, Who hath 
l begotten thee again of water and the Holy Ghost, and hath for- 
given thee all thy sin, strengthen thee with His grace unto life ever- 
lasting. Amen. 

Peace be with thee. 



ORDER FOR THE BAPTISM OF ADULTS 395 

ORDER FOR THE BAPTISM OF 
ADULTS 



1f When a person icho has not been baptized in infancy, desires to 
confess his faith in Christ and to receive Holy Baptism, he shall 
first be instructed in the Christian Faith as it is set forth in the Small 
Catechism. 

II The baptism of adults shall be administered in the church, in the 
presence of the Congregation, except in cases of urgent necessity. 
When administered privately, public announcement of the baptism 
shall be made at the next Service of the Congregation. 



H The Candidate shall present himself for baptism, and the Minister, 
addressing the Congregation, shall say: 

DEARLY Beloved: Forasmuch as all men are con- 
ceived and born in sin, and by thought, word, and 
deed, transgress God's Holy Law; and forasmuch as our 
Saviour Jesus Christ hath said, Except a man be born 
of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the king- 
dom of God : I beseech you to call upon God, the Father, 
through our Lord Jesus Christ, that, of His goodness 
and mercy, He will receive this person by baptism into 
the Church of the Redeemer, and make him a living 
member of the same. 

Let us pray. 

A LMIGHTY and Everlasting God, the Father of our 
il Lord Jesus Christ : We call upon Thee for this Thy 
servant, and beseech Thee to bestow upon him the gift 
of Thy baptism and Thine everlasting grace by the 
washing of regeneration. Receive him, O Lord, as 
Thou hast promised by Thy well-beloved Son, saying: 
Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; 
knock, and it shall be opened unto you; through the 
same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 



396 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

If Then shall the Minister say: 

HEAR the words of our Lord Jesus Christ : 
All power is given unto Me in heaven and in 
earth. Go ye, therefore, and teach all nations, baptiz- 
ing them in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, 
and of the Holy Ghost; teaching them to observe all 
things whatsoever I have commanded you; and, lo, I 
am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. 
He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved. 

If Then shall all say: 

OUR Father, Who art in heaven; Hallowed be Thy 
Name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on 
earth, as it is in heaven; Give us this day our daily 
bread; And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive 
those who trespass against us; And lead us not into 
temptation; But deliver us from evil; For Thine is the 
kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and 
ever. Amen. 



D 



If Then shall the Minister ash the person to be baptized: 

OST thou renounce the devil,* and all his works, 
and all his ways? 

Answer: Yes, I renounce. 

Dost thou believe in God the Father Almighty, 
Maker of heaven and earth? And in Jesus Christ His 
only Son, our Lord; Who was conceived by the Holy 
Ghost, Born of the Virgin Mary; Suffered under Pontius 
Pilate, Was crucified, dead, and buried; Descended 
into hell; The third day rose again from the dead; As- 
cended into heaven, And sitteth on the right hand of 
God the Father Almighty; Whence He shall come to 
judge the quick and the dead? And in the Holy Ghost; 
The holy Christian Church, the Communion of Saints; 
The Forgiveness of sins; The Resurrection of the body; 
and the Life everlasting? 

Answer: I believe. 



ORDER FOR THE BAPTISM OF ADULTS 397 

Dost thou desire to be baptized into this Christian 
Faith? 

Answer: I do. 

Dost thou promise to abide in this Faith? 
Answer: Yes, by the help of God. 

Dost thou promise, as a member of the Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, to remain faithful to its teachings, 
and to be diligent in the use of the Means of Grace? 

Answer: Yes, by the help of God. 

If Then shall the Candidate kneel, and the Minister shall baptize him by 
applying the water three times as he saith: 

N I BAPTIZE thee: 
• j In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and 
of the Holy Ghost. Amen. 

If Then the Minister, laying his hand on the head of the person bap- 
tized, shall say: 

A LMIGHTY God, the Father of our Lord Jesus 
Ijl Christ, Who hath begotten thee again of water 
and the Holy Ghost, and hath forgiven thee all thy 
sins, strengthen thee with His grace unto life everlast- 
ing. Amen. 

Peace be with thee. 

If Then shall the Congregation rise, and the Minister shall say: 

Let us pray. 

A LMIGHTY and Everlasting God, Who hast vouch- 
XjL safed to regenerate this Thy servant by water 
and the Spirit, and hast forgiven him all his sins: 
Strengthen him, we beseech Thee, with the Holy Ghost, 
the Comforter; and daily increase in him Thy manifold 
gifts of grace: the spirit of wisdom and understanding; 
the spirit of counsel and might; the spirit of knowledge 
and of the fear of the Lord, now and forever; through 



398 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and 
reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, 
world without end. Amen. 

If Then shall the person baptized rise, and the Minister, giving his right 

hand, shall say: 

IN the Name of the Lord Jesus, Whom thou hast con- 
fessed and promised to serve, I hereby declare thee 
a member of this Congregation, and authorize thee to 
receive the Lord's Supper and to participate in all the 
spiritual privileges of the Church. 

If Then shall the Minister say to the Congregation: 
AND now, I admonish you, the members of this 
A*. Congregation, to acknowledge and receive this 
your fellow-member as your brother and heir with you in 
Christ Jesus, and ever to pray that God may perfect 
the work which He hath begun in him by His Holy 
Spirit. 

Tf Then shall the Minister say: 

THE Blessing of Almighty God, the Father, the 
Son, and the Holy Ghost, be with thee alway. 
Amen. 

If When adults are admitted to the Church by the Sacrament of Holy 
Baptism, the Rite of Confirmation shall not be administered to them. 

If // adults are to be baptized and others are to be confirmed at the same 
Service, Baptism shall first be administered according to the foregoing 
Order, beginning with the Prayer: Almighty and Everlasting God, 
and concluding with the tvords: Peace be with thee, after the bap- 
tism. The persons baptized shall remain at the Altar, or if baptized 
at the Font they shall now come to the Altar. 

If Then shall follow the Confirmation, according to the Order provided, 
as far as and including the Prayer of Blessing. 

If Then shall the persons baptized and those confirmed rise, and the 
Minister, giving his right hand to each, shall say: In the Name of 
the Lord Jesus, etc., and the Service shall continue according to 
the Order for Confirmation, except that the Lord's Prayer shall 
be omitted. 



ORDER FOR CONFIRMATION 399 



ORDER FOR CONFIRMATION 



If Candidates for Confirmation shall be instructed in the Christian 
Faith, as it is set forth in the Small Catechism, and be approved in 
such manner as may be deemed satisfactory by the Pastor and Church 
Council. 

Ti Confirmation admits to all the spiritual rights and privileges of the 
Church; participation in the temporal affairs of the Congregation is 
governed by its Constitution. 

If The Seasons of Easter and Pentecost have been regarded from 
ancient times as the most fitting for the administration of Confirma- 
tion, though it may be administered at any time. 

If Confirmation shall be administered at a public Service of the Con- 
gregation. In case of serious illness or pressing necessity, it may 
be administered privately in the presence of members of the Church. 
In such case the Confirmation shall be publicly announced to the 
Congregation. 

If When Confirmation is administered at The Service, this Order shall 
follow the General Prayer. 



If A Hymn of Invocation of the Holy Ghost shall be sung. 

If Then shall the Minister announce the names of those to be confirmed, 
and they shall come to the Altar. 

1f Then shall the Minister say: 

DEARLY Beloved: In Holy Baptism you were 
received by our Lord Jesus Christ and made mem- 
bers of His Holy Church; in accordance with our Lord's 
command, you have been instructed in the Word of God 
and led to the knowledge of His will and of His gracious 
Gospel; and you now desire to be confirmed. 
I therefore ask each of you : 

DOST thou renounce the devil, and all his works, 
and all his ways? 

Answer: Yes, I renounce. 

Dost thou believe in God the Father Almighty? 

Ansicer: I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker 
of heaven and earth. 



400 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

Dost thou believe in Jesus Christ? 

Answer: I believe in Jesus Christ His only Son, our 
Lord; Who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, Born of 
the Virgin Mary; Suffered under Pontius Pilate, Was 
crucified, dead and buried; He descended into hell; 
The third day He rose again from the dead; He as- 
cended into heaven, And sitteth on the right hand of 
God, the Father Almighty; From thence He shall come 
to judge the quick and the dead. 

Dost thou believe in the Holy Ghost? 

Answer: I believe in the Holy Ghost; The holy 
Christian Church, the Communion of Saints; The 
Forgiveness of sins; The Resurrection of the body; 
And the Life everlasting. 

Dost thou promise to abide in this Faith? 
Answer: Yes, by the help of God. 

Dost thou promise, as a member of the Evangelical 
Lutheran Church, to remain faithful to its teachings 
and to be diligent in the use of the Means of Grace? 

Answer: Yes, by the help of God. 

1f Then shall the Minister say: 
Let us pray. 

ALMIGHTY and Everlasting God, Who hast vouch- 
l\ safed to regenerate these Thy servants by water 
and the Spirit, and hast forgiven them all their sins: 
Strengthen them, we beseech Thee, with the Holy 
Ghost, the Comforter; and daily increase in them Thy 
manifold gifts of grace : the spirit of wisdom and under- 
standing; the spirit of counsel and might; the spirit of 
knowledge and of the fear of the Lord, now and forever; 
through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 



ORDER FOR CONFIRMATION 401 

If Then shall the candidates kneel, and the Minister shall lay his hand, 
or hands, on the head of each and say the Prayer of Blessing. 

If A Text of Holy Scripture for each candidate may be said before the 

Prayer of Blessing. 

THE Father in Heaven, for Jesus' sake, renew and 
increase in thee the gift of the Holy Ghost, to 
thy strengthening in faith, to thy growth in grace, to 
thy patience in suffering, and to the blessed hope of 
everlasting life. 

Tf Each one confirmed shall say: 
Amen. 

Tf Then shall they rise, and the Minister, giving his right hand to each, 

shall say: 

IN the Name of the Lord Jesus, Whom thou hast con- 
fessed and promised to serve, I hereby declare thee 
a member of this Congregation, and authorize thee to 
receive the Lord's Supper and to participate in all the 
spiritual privileges of the Church. 

If Then shall the Congregation rise and the Minister shall say: 

AND now, I admonish you, the members of this 
l Congregation, to acknowledge and receive these 
your fellow-members as your brethren and heirs with 
you in Christ Jesus, and ever to pray that God may per- 
fect the work which He hath begun in them by His Holy 
Spirit. 

If Then shall the Minister say: 

The Lord be with you. 

T$. And with thy spirit. 

Let us pray. 

ALMIGHTY and Merciful God, Heavenly Father, 
Xjl Who only workest in us to will and to do the 
things that please Thee: Confirm, we beseech Thee, the 
work which Thou hast begun in these Thy servants; 
that, abiding in the communion of Thy Church and in 
the faith of Thy Gospel, no false doctrine, no lusts of the 



402 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

flesh, nor love of the world may lead them away from 
Thee, nor from the truth which they have confessed; 
but that, in joyful obedience to Thy Word, they may 
ever know Thee more perfectly, love Thee more fer- 
vently, and serve Thee in every good word and deed, 
to the blessing of their fellow-men, the edification of Thy 
people and the glory of Thy Name; through Jesus Christ, 
Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee, 
and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. 
Amen. 

1f Then shall all say: 

OUR Father, Who art in heaven; Hallowed be Thy 
Name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done 
on earth, as it is in heaven; Give us this day our daily 
bread; And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive 
those who trespass against us; And lead us not into 
temptation; But deliver us from evil; For Thine is the 
kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and 
ever. Amen. 



T 



1T Then shall the Minister dismiss them, saying: 
HE Blessing of Almighty God, the Father, the Son, 
and the Holy Ghost, be with you alway. Amen. 



% Then, if the Administration of the Holy Communion does not follow, 
Psalm 23 or a Hymn may be sung, and the Benediction shall be said. 



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ORDER FOR PUBLIC CONFESSION 403 

ORDER FOR PUBLIC CONFESSION 

PREPARATORY TO THE HOLY 
COMMUNION 



^ The Order for Public Confession is a Vesper Service, and should be 
appointed for the afternoon or evening of the Friday or Saturday pre- 
ceding the Holy Communion, when all who purpose to commune should 
be present. 

r When the Confessional Service immediately precedes The Service, the 
Order shall begin with the words: In the Name of the Father, and of 
the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. B/. Amen. Then shall follow: 
The Exhortation, the Confession, the Absolution and the New 
Testament Benediction. The Service shall begin with the Introit 
for the Day. 

% A Hymn of Invocation of the Holy Ghost, or another suitable Hymn 

may be sung. 

Tf The Versicles with the Gloria Patri shall be sung or said, the Congre- 
gation standing until the end of the Psalm. 



MAKE haste, O God, to deliver me. 
ty. Make haste to help me, O Lord. 
The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit. 

1$. A broken and a contrite heart, O God, Thou 
wilt not despise. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost: 

ty. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever 
shall be, world without end. Amen. 

If Then shall be sung or said this Psalm : 
Psalm 51. Miserere mei, Deus. 

HAVE mercy upon me, O God, according to Thy 
loving kindness : according unto the multitude 
of Thy tender mercies, blot out my transgressions. 

Wash me thoroughly from mine iniquity: and cleanse 
me from my sin. 

For I acknowledge my transgressions: and my sin is 
ever before me. 



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Against Thee, Thee only, have I sinned, and done this 
evil in Thy sight: that Thou mightest be justified when 
Thou speakest, and be clear when Thou judgest. 

Behold, I was shapen in iniquity: and in sin did my 
mother conceive me. 

Behold, Thou desirest truth in the inward parts : and 
in the hidden part Thou shalt make me to know wisdom. 

Purge me with hyssop, and I shall be clean: wash 
me, and I shall be whiter than snow. 

Make me to hear joy and gladness: that the bones 
which Thou hast broken may rejoice. 

Hide Thy face from my sins: and blot out all mine 
iniquities. 

Create in me a clean heart, O God: and renew a 
right spirit within me. 

Cast me not away from Thy presence : and take not 
Thy Holy Spirit from me. 

Restore unto me the joy of Thy salvation: and up- 
hold me with Thy free Spirit. 

Then will I teach transgressors Thy ways : and sinners 
shall be converted unto Thee. 

O Lord, open Thou my lips : and my mouth shall 
show forth Thy praise. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost: 

As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, 
world without end. Amen. 

If Then shall one or more of the following Lessons of Holy Scripture 

be read: 

Exodus 20 : 1-17. Matthew 11 : 25-30. 

Daniel 9 : 4-9, 17-19. Mark 12 : 28-31. 

Isaiah 57 : 14-21. Luke 13 : 1-9. 

Isaiah 1 : 11-18. Luke 15 : 1, 2, 11-31. 

1 John 1 : 5-9. John 13 : 1-17. 

1 Corinthians 11 : 23-29. John 20 : 19-23. 
Matthew 5 : 21-29. 

If Then may follow an Address or Sermon, after which shall be sung a 

Hymn. 



ORDER FOR PUBLIC CONFESSION 405 

*~ Then shall the Congregation rise, and the Minister shall read the 
folloiring Exhortation: 

DEARLY Beloved! Forasmuch as we purpose to 
come to the Holy Supper of our Lord Jesus 
Christ, it becometh us diligently to examine ourselves, 
as St. Paul exhorteth us. For this Holy Sacrament 
hath been instituted for the special comfort and strength- 
ening of those who humbly confess their sins, and who 
hunger and thirst after righteousness. 

But if we thus examine ourselves, we shall find in us 
nothing but sin and death, from which we can in no wise 
set ourselves free. Therefore our Lord Jesus Christ 
hath had mercy upon us, and hath taken upon Himself 
our nature, that so He might fulfill for us the whole 
will and law of God, and for us and for our deliverance 
suffer death and all that w T e by our sins have deserved. 
And to the end that we should the more confidently be- 
lieve this, and be strengthened by our faith in cheerful 
obedience to His will, He hath instituted the Holy 
Sacrament of His Supper, in which He giveth us His 
Body to eat, and His Blood to drink. 

Therefore whoso eateth of this Bread and drinketh 
of this Cup, firmly believing the words of Christ, dwell- 
eth in Christ, and Christ in Him, and hath eternal life. 

We should also do this in remembrance of Him, show- 
ing His death, that He was delivered for our offences, 
and raised again for our justification, and, rendering unto 
Him most hearty thanks for the same, take up our 
cross and follow Him; and, according to His command- 
ment, love one another even as He hath loved us. For 
we are all one body, even as we are all partakers of this 
one Bread, and drink of this one Cup. 

Let us pray. 

ALMIGHTY God, unto Whom all hearts are open, 
l all desires known, and from Whom no secrets are 
hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspira- 
tion of Thy Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love 



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Thee, and worthily magnify Thy holy Name; through 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 



i 



IT Then shall the Minister begin the Confession, as here followeth: 
ASK you in the presence of Almighty God, Who 
searcheth the heart: 



DO you truly acknowledge, confess, and lament 
that you are by nature sinful, and that by omit- 
ting to do good and by doing evil you have in thought, 
word, and deed, grieved and offended your God and 
Saviour, and thereby justly deserved His condemna- 
tion? 

If this be the sincere confession of your hearts, de- 
clare it by saying: Yes. 

Answer: Yes. 

DO you truly believe that Jesus Christ came into 
the world to save sinners, and that all who believe 
on His Name receive the forgiveness of sins? Do you, 
therefore, earnestly desire to be delivered from all your 
sins, and are you confident that it is the gracious will 
of your Heavenly Father, for Christ's Sake, to forgive 
your sins and to cleanse you from all unrighteous- 
ness? 

If so, confess it by saying: Yes. 
Answer: Yes. 

IS it your earnest purpose, henceforth, to be obedient 
to the Holy Spirit, so as to hate and forsake all 
manner of sin, to live as in God's presence, and to strive 
daily after holiness of heart and life? 

If so, answer: Yes. 

Answer: Yes. 

Let us humbly kneel, and make confession unto God, 
imploring His forgiveness through Jesus Christ our Lord. 



ORDER FOR PUBLIC CONFESSION 407 

If Then shall all kneel, and say: 

OGOD, our Heavenly Father, I confess unto Thee 
that I have grievously sinned against Thee in 
many ways; not only by outward transgression, but also 
by secret thoughts and desires, which I cannot fully 
understand, but which are all known unto Thee. I do 
earnestly repent, and am heartily sorry for these my 
offences, and I beseech Thee of Thy great goodness to 
have mercy upon me, and for the sake of Thy dear 
Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord, to forgive my sins, and 
graciously to help my infirmities. Amen. 

If Then shall the Minister rise and say the Absolution. The Congre- 
gation shall remain kneeling until after the Benediction. 

ALMIGHTY God, our Heavenly Father, hath had 
b mercy upon us, and for the sake of the sufferings, 
death, and resurrection of His dear Son, Jesus Christ, 
our Lord, forgiveth us all our sins. As a Minister of 
the Church of Christ, and by His authority, I therefore 
declare unto you who do truly repent and believe in 
Him, the entire forgiveness of all your sins: In the 
Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy 
Ghost. 

On the other hand, by the same authority, I declare 
unto the impenitent and unbelieving, that so long as 
they continue in their impenitence, God hath not for- 
given their sins, and will assuredly visit their iniquities 
upon them, if they turn not from their evil ways, and 
come to true repentance and faith in Christ, ere the 
day of grace be ended. 

If Then shall the Minister kneel, and all shall say the Lord's Prayer. 

OUR Father, Who art in heaven; Hallowed be Thy 
Name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on 
earth, as it is in heaven; Give us this day our daily 
bread; And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive 
those who trespass against us; And lead us not into 



408 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

temptation; But deliver us from evil; For Thine is the 
kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and 
ever. Amen. 

If Then shall the Minister say the Collect for the Day except when The 
Service immediately follows this Order. 

1f Then may other suitable Collects be said, and after them the Collect 

for Peace. 

f. The Lord will give strength unto His people. 
I#. The Lord will bless His people with peace. 

OGOD, from Whom all holy desires, all good coun- 
sels, and all just works do proceed : Give unto Thy 
servants that peace, which the world cannot give; that 
our hearts may be set to obey Thy commandments, and 
also that by Thee, we, being defended from the fear of 
our enemies, may pass our time in rest and quietness; 
through the merits of Jesus Christ, our Saviour, Who 
liveth and reigneth with Thee, and the Holy Ghost, ever 
One God, world without end. Amen. 

% The Minister shall rise and say the Benediction. 

THE Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the Love 
of God, and the Communion of the Holy Ghost, 
be with you all. Amen. 



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ORDER FOR PRIVATE CONFESSION 409 

ORDER FOR PRIVATE CONFES- 
SION AND ABSOLUTION 



If Private Confession and Absolution has been used by the Church from 
ancient times, and persons icho are burdened in conscience on ac- 
count of sin may always seek the personal ministration of the Pastor 
before the Holy Communion, or at any other time. In such case the 
Penitent may use his own words or the following Confession: 

OGOD, our Heavenly Father, I confess unto Thee 
that I have grievously sinned against Thee in 
many ways; not only by outward transgression, but 
also by secret thoughts and desires, which I cannot fully 
understand, but which are all known unto Thee. I do 
earnestly repent, and am heartily sorry for these my 
offences, and I beseech Thee of Thy great goodness to 
have mercy upon me, and for the sake of Thy dear Son, 
Jesus Christ, our Lord, to forgive my sins, and gra- 
ciously to help my infirmities. Amen. 

1f After the Confession, the PaMor shall say the Absolution: 

A LMIGHTY God, our Heavenly Father, hath had 
±\. mercy upon thee, and for the sake of the suffer- 
ings, death, and resurrection of His dear Son Jesus 
Christ, our Lord, forgiveth thee all thy sins. Upon 
the confession which thou hast made, and in obedience 
to our Lord's command, I declare unto thee the entire 
forgiveness of all thy sins : In the Name of the Father, 
and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. 

Tf Then shall the Pastor say: 

THE Blessing of Almighty God, the Father, the 
Son, and the Holy Ghost, be with thee alway. 

Amen. 



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ORDER FOR THE COMMUNION OF 

THE SICK 



1f The Lord's Supper shall be administered only to those who sincerely 
repent and believe in Jesus Christ, and who are able rightly to receive 
the Bread and Wine; whereof the Minister shall be reasonably assured 
before administering the Sacrament. 

If // the sick person be so weak, or in such peril of death, that the entire 
Order here given cannot be followed, it shall suffice to use the Words of 
Institution, and to administer the Bread and Wine. 

If Confession and Absolution should always precede the Communion 
of the Sick. 

If The sick person may use his own words, or the following Confession; 
or, the Minister may say these words, the sick person consenting 
thereto and affirming the confession as his own; or, the Minister may 
use the Order for Public Confession, or parts thereof. 



If The Minister shall say: 

DEARLY Beloved: Forasmuch as thou desirest 
to receive the Holy Sacrament of the Body and 
Blood of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, for the 
comfort and relief of thy conscience, and for the 
strengthening of thy faith, in this thine affliction; it 
is meet and right that thou shouldest make confession 
of thy sins, obtain in the Absolution assurance of 
forgiveness, and thus be prepared worthily to receive 
the Holy Supper. 

1f The sick person may say: 

OGOD, our Heavenly Father, I confess unto Thee 
that I have grievously sinned against Thee in 
many ways; not only by outward transgression, but 
also by secret thoughts and desires, which I cannot fully 
understand, but which are all known unto Thee. I do 
earnestly repent, and am heartily sorry for these my 
offences, and I beseech Thee of Thy great goodness to 
have mercy upon me, and for the sake of Thy dear Son, 
Jesus Christ, our Lord, to forgive my sins, and gra- 
ciously to help my infirmities. Amen. 



ORDER FOR THE COMMUNION OF THE SICK 411 

r Then shall the Minister give the Absolution, saying: 

ALMIGHTY God. our Heavenly Father, hath had 
±\> mercy upon thee, and for the sake of the suffer- 
ings, death, and resurrection of His dear Son Jesus 
Christ, our Lord, forgivetk thee all thy sins. L'pon 
the confession which thou hast made, and in obedience 
to our Lord's command, I declare unto thee the entire 
forgiveness of all thy sins : In the Name of the Father. 
and of the Son. and of the Holy Ghost. 

1f Then shall the Minister say: 

THE Blessing of Almighty God. the Father, the 
Son, and the Holy Ghost, be with thee alway. 
Amen. 

r Then shall the Minister prepare for the Administration of the Sacra- 
merit. 

r The regular Order for the Holy Communion may be used, or the 

following Order. 

r Then shall the Minister say this Introit: 

UXTO Thee, Lord, do I lift up my soul. my 
God, I trust in Thee: let me not be ashamed. 
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost: as it was in the beginning, is now, and 
ever shall be, world without end. Amen. 

r Then shall the Minister say the Gospel, John 3:16. 

GOD so loved the world, that He gave His Only- 
begotten Son. that whosoever believeth in Him 
should not perish, but have everlasting life. 

r Then shall be said the Apostles' Creed. 

I BELIEVE in God the Father Almighty, Maker 
of heaven and earth. 

And in Jesus Christ His only Son, our Lord: Who 
was conceived by the Holy Ghost, Born of the Virgin 
Mary; Suffered under Pontius Pilate, Was crucified, 



412 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

dead, and buried; He descended into hell; The third 
day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into 
heaven, And sitteth on the right hand of God the 
Father Almighty; From thence He shall come to judge 
the quick and the dead. 

I believe in the Holy Ghost; The holy Christian 
Church, the Communion of Saints; The Forgiveness 
of sins; The Resurrection of the body; And the Life 
everlasting. Amen. 

Tf Then shall the Minister turn to the table whereon the Bread and Wine 
have been placed, and shall say: 

OUR Father, Who art in heaven; Hallowed be Thy 
Name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on 
earth, as it is in heaven; Give us this day our daily 
bread; And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive 
those who trespass against us; And lead us not into 
temptation; But deliver us from evil; For Thine is the 
kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and 
ever. Amen. 

If Then shall he take the Paten, with the Bread, and say: 

OUR Lord Jesus Christ, in the night in which He 
was betrayed, took bread; and when He had given 
thanks, He brake it, and gave it to His disciples, say- 
ing, Take, eat; this is My Body, which is given for 
you; this do in remembrance of Me. 

1f Then shall he give the Bread, saying: 

TAKE and eat, this is the Body of Christ, given for 
thee. 

Tf Then shall he take the Cup, and say: 

AFTER the same manner also, He took the cup, 
L when He had supped, and when He had given 
thanks, He gave it to them, saying, Drink ye all 
of it; this cup is the New Testament in My Blood, 
which is shed for you, and for many, for the remission 



ORDER FOR THE COMMUNION OF THE SICK 413 

of sins; this do, as oft as ye drink it, in remembrance 
of Me. 

If Then shall he give the Wine, saying: 

TAKE and drink, this is the Blood of the New Testa- 
ment, shed for thy sins. 



% After he hath given the Bread and the Cup, the Minister shall say: 

THE Body of our Lord Jesus Christ and His precious 
Blood strengthen and preserve thee in true faith 
unto everlasting life. 



1f Then shall be said the Thanksgiving: 

■^. O give thanks unto the Lord, for He is good. 
B/. And His mercy endureth for ever. 

WE thank Thee, Almighty God, that Thou hast re- 
freshed this Thy servant with this salutary gift; 
and we beseech Thee, of Thy mercy, to strengthen him, 
through the same, in faith toward Thee, in love toward 
all mankind, in patience under trials, and in the blessed 
hope of everlasting life; through Jesus Christ, Thy 
Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth with Thee 
and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end. 
Amen. 

If Then shall the Minister say: 

THE Lord bless thee, and keep thee. 
The Lord make His face shine upon thee, and be 
gracious unto thee. 

The Lord lift up His countenance upon thee, and give 
thee peace. Amen. 



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LESSONS AND PRAYERS FOR 
THE SICK 



If The Wessons and Prayers here following are intended for the guid- 
ance of the Minister in the visitation of the sick, and for private use by 
the afflicted. 

1f In cases of illness the Minister should be informed, in order that he 
may visit the sick person and comfort and strengthen him with Word 
and Sacrament. 

1f The Minister's visits should be brief. 

\ The Minister may, at his discretion, read suitable passages of Scrip- 
ture, as indicated below, and shall say one or more of the Prayers, or 
any other suitable prayer. 

I 

THE USES OF AFFLICTION 

Psalms 
27, 30, 42. 

Lessons 

James 5 : 14-16; Jer. 29 : 11-14; Lam. 3 : 18-33; 
Matt. 8 : 1-13; John 5 : 1-14; Heb. 12 : 6-13; James 
1 : 2-12; 1 Peter 1 : 3-25; 4 : 1-19. 

Sentences 

MANY are the afflictions of the righteous: but the 
Lord delivereth him out of them all. Ps. 34 : 19. 

They that sow in tears shall reap in joy. He that 
goeth forth and weepeth, bearing precious seed, shall 
doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing his 
sheaves with him. Ps. 126 : 5, 6. 

Whom the Lord loveth he correcteth; even as the 
father the son in whom he delighteth. Prov. 3 : 12. 

Behold, I have refined thee: I have chosen thee in 
the furnace of affliction. Isa. 48 : 10. 

My thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are 



LESSONS AND PRAYERS FOR THE SICK 415 

your ways my ways, saith the Lord. For as the hea- 
vens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher 
than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts. 
Isa. 55 : 8, 9. 

I have loved thee with an everlasting love; there- 
fore with lovingkindness have I drawn thee. Jer. 
31 :3. 

For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, 
worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight 
of glory; while we look not at the things which are 
seen, but at the things which are not seen. 2 Cor. 4 : 
17, 18. 

We glory in tribulations; knowing that tribulation 
worketh patience; and patience, experience; and ex- 
perience, hope: and hope maketh not ashamed: because 
the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy 
Ghost which is given unto us. Rom. 5 : 3-5. 

I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are 
not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall 
be revealed in us. Rom. 8 : 18. 

Prayers 

\ LMIGHTY God, our Heavenly Father, Who ten- 
l\ derly carest for us in our need and sorrow, and 
gavest thy Son to be tempted in all points like as we 
are, yet without sin, that we might have a faithful High 
Priest Who can be touched with the feeling of our in- 
firmities : We Thy children beseech Thee to strengthen 
and comfort our afflicted brother by Thy Holy Spirit in 
faith and patience, that his sickness may be to Thy 
glory and the salvation of his soul; through the same 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

OLORD, look down from heaven, behold, visit and 
relieve Thy servant, for whom we offer our sup- 
plications; look upon him with the eyes of Thy mercy; 
give him comfort and sure confidence in Thee; defend 



416 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

him from the danger of the enemy, and keep him in 
perpetual peace and safety; through Jesus Christ, Thy 
Son, our Lord. Amen. 

For Use by the Afflicted 

OGOD, Who ever beholdest Thy children with 
tender affection: Incline Thine ear to my suppli- 
cations, and graciously regard me, upon whom Thou 
hast laid the hand of affliction; visit me with Thy salva- 
tion, and bestow upon me the healing of Thy heavenly 
grace; through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen. 

II 

KNOWLEDGE OF SIN AND REPENTANCE 

Psalms 
6, 81, 38, 51, 102, 130, 138, 139, 143. 

Lessons 
Jer. 30 : 12-15, 17; Lam. 3 : 37-44, 55-58; Ezek. 
18 : 19-24; Dan. 9 : 4-19; Luke 13 : 1-9; Rev. 2 : 1-17; 
3 : 1-6. 

Sentences 

IF we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, 
and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he 
is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse 
us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1 : 8, 9. 

Who can understand his errors? cleanse thou me from 
secret faults. Ps. 19 : 12. 

They that be whole need not a physician, but they 
that are sick. But go ye and learn what that meaneth, 
I will have mercy, and not sacrifice; for I am not come 
to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance. Matt. 
9 : 12, 13. 

Seek ye the Lord while he may be found, call ye 
upon him while he is near. Let the wicked forsake his 
way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts; and let 
him return unto the Lord, and he will have mercy 



LESSONS AND PRAYERS FOR THE SICK 417 

upon him, and to our God, for he will abundantly 
pardon. Isa. 55 : 6, 7. 

Your iniquities have separated between you and 
your God, and your sins have hid his face from you. 
Isa. 59 : 2. • 

Know therefore and see that it is an evil thing and 
bitter, that thou hast forsaken the Lord thy God, and 
that my fear is not in thee, saith the Lord God of 
hosts. Jer. 2 : 19. 

I am merciful, saith the Lord, and I will not keep 
anger for ever. Only acknowledge thine iniquity, that 
thou hast transgressed against the Lord thy God. Jer. 
3 : 12, 13. 

Say unto them, As I live, saith the Lord God, I have 
no pleasure in the death of the wicked; but that the 
wicked turn from his way and live. Ezek. 33 : 11. 

I will arise and go to my father, and will say unto 
him, Father, I have sinned against heaven and before 
thee. Luke 15 : 18. 

Prayers 

ALMIGHTY God, our Heavenly Father, Who art 
l ever ready to give good gifts to them that ask 
Thee: Grant us, we beseech Thee, Thy Holy Spirit, 
that we may rightly know and lament our sins, and lay 
hold upon Thy grace and forgiveness in Christ Jesus: 
to the end that we may die unto sin, live unto Thee, and 
serve Thee in everlasting righteousness; through the 
same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

For Use by the Afflicted 

MY Lord and my God: Thy hand is heavy upon me. 
Give ear unto my prayer. Look upon mine 
affliction and my pain, and forgive all my sins. Cause 
me to know that with Thee there is mercy and plenteous 
redemption, and make me to hear joy and gladness. 
Show me Thy mercy, and grant me Thy salvation. 
Hear me for Jesus' sake. Amen. 



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III 

ASSURANCE OF FORGIVENESS THROUGH FAITH IN CHRIST 

Psalms 

25, 40, 77. 

Lessons 

Matt. 9:1-8; Luke 7:36-50; 15:1-10, 11-32; 
John, chapters 14, 15, 16, 17; Rom. 3 : 23-28; 10 : 9-13. 

Sentences 

GOD so loved the world, that he gave his only-be- 
gotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should 
not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3 : 16. 

Jesus said unto them, I am the bread of life : he that 
cometh to me shall never hunger; and he that believ- 
eth on me shall never thirst. Him that cometh to me 
I will in no wise cast out. This is the will of him that 
sent me, that every one which seeth the Son, and be- 
lieve thon him, may have everlasting life: and I will 
raise him up at the last day. Verily, verily, I say unto 
you, He that believeth on me hath everlasting life. 
John 6 : 35, 37, 40, 47. 

I am the light of the world: he that folio we th me 
shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of 
life. Verily, verily, I say unto you, If a man keep my 
saying, he shall never see death. John 8 : 12, 51. 

Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, 
and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and 
learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart; and 
ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, 
and my burden is light. Matt. 11 : 28-30. 

Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin 
of the world. John 1 : 29. 

Surely he hath borne our griefs, and carried our sor- 
rows. He was wounded for our transgressions, he was 
bruised for our iniquities : the chastisement of our peace 
was upon him, and with his stripes we are healed. 



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All we like sheep have gone astray, and the Lord 
hath laid on him the iniquity of us all. Isa. 53 : 4-6. 

The blood of Jesus Christ cleanseth us from all sin. 
1 John 1 : 7. 

This is life eternal, that they might know thee the 
only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent. 
John 17 : 3. 

Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is 
none other name under heaven given among men, 
whereby we must be saved. Acts 4 : 12. 

This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all accepta- 
tion, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save 
sinners. 1 Tim. 1 : 15. 

In whom we have redemption through his blood, 
the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his 
grace. Eph. 1 : 7. 

God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while 
we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. Where sin 
abounded, grace did much more abound. Rom. 5 : 8, 20. 

We pray you in Christ's stead, be ye reconciled to 
God. For he hath made him to be sin for us, who 
knew no sin, that we might be made the righteousness 
of God in him. 2 Cor. 5 : 20, 21. 

If anv man sin we have an advocate with the Father, 
Jesus Christ the righteous : and he is the propitiation 
for our sins : and not for ours only, but also for the sins 
of the whole world. 1 John 2 : 1, 2. 

Behold, what manner of love the Father hath be- 
stowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of 
God. And it doth not yet appear what we shall be: 
but we know that, when he shall appear, we shall be 
like him; for we shall see him as he is. 1 John 3 : 1, 2. 

In this was manifested the love of God toward us, 
because that God sent his only-begotten Son into the 
world, that we might live through him. Herein is 
love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and 
sent his Son to be the propitiation of our sins. 1 John 
4 : 9, 10. 



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Behold, I stand at the door and knock: if any man 
hear my voice and open the door, I will come in to him, 
and will sup with him, and he with me. Rev. 3 : 20. 

I will greatly rejoice in the Lord, my soul shall be 
joyful in my God; for he hath clothed me with the 
garments of salvation, he hath covered me with the 
robe of righteousness. Isa. 61 : 10. 

Prayers 

O GRACIOUS God, Who according to the multi- 
tude of Thy mercies dost blot out the sins of 
those who do truly repent, and rememberest them no 
more: Look in pity upon this Thy servant who ear- 
nestly desire th Thy forgiveness. Preserve and con- 
tinue him in the unity of the Church; and forasmuch 
as he putteth his full trust only in Thy mercy, impute 
not unto him his sins, but strengthen him with Thy 
blessed Spirit; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. 
Amen. 

For Use by the Afflicted 

O ALMIGHTY God, Who by Thy Son hast prom- 
ised forgiveness of sin and deliverance from 
everlasting death: Strengthen me, I beseech Thee, by 
Thy Holy Spirit, that my trust in Thy grace in Christ 
Jesus may daily increase; through the same Jesus 
Christ, our Lord. Amen. 

OGOD, Whose strength is made perfect in weakness, 
and Who dost not suffer us to be tempted above 
that we are able : Grant that neither my own negligence, 
nor grievous temptation, nor the craft and subtlety of 
the devil, may separate me from Christ my Saviour, 
Who liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy 
Ghost, ever One God, world without end. Amen. 



LESSONS AND PRAYERS FOR THE SICK 421 

IV 

PATIENCE UNDER SUFFERING, AND TRUST IN GOD's HELP 

Psalms 
13, 23, 27, 34, 42, 52, 63 : 1-8, 71, 91, 121. 

Lessons 

Luke 11 : 1-13; 18 : 1-8; Acts 3 : 1-10; Rom. 5 : 1-5; 
8 : 18-27; Rom. 8 : 28-39; 14 : 7-9; 2 Cor. 1 : 3-7; 4 : 
7-18; Jas. 5 : 7-11. 

Sentences 

COMMIT thy way unto the Lord; trust also in him; 
and he shall bring it to pass. Ps. 37 : 5. 

Call upon me in the day of trouble: I will deliver 
thee, and thou shalt glorify me. Ps. 50 : 15. 

Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; 
for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee: yea, I will 
help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand 
of my righteousness. Isa. 41 : 10. 

A bruised reed shall he not break, and the smoking 
flax shall he not quench. Isa. 42 : 3. 

Fear not; for I have redeemed thee, I have called 
thee by thy name; thou art mine. When thou passest 
through the waters, I will be with thee; and through 
the rivers, they shall not overflow thee; for I am the 
Lord thy God, the Holy One of Israel, thy Saviour. 
Isa. 43 : 1-3. 

Thus saith the Lord God, the Holy One of Israel: 
In returning and rest shall ye be saved; in quietness 
and in confidence shall be your strength. Isa. 30 : 15. 

He giveth power to the faint, and to them that have 
no might he increaseth strength. They that wait upon 
the Lord shall renew their strength. Isa. 40 : 29, 31. 

The Lord hath comforted his people, and will have 
mercy upon his afflicted. Zion said, The Lord hath 
forsaken me, and my Lord hath forgotten me. Can a 
woman forget her sucking child, that she should not 
have compassion on the son of her womb? yea, they 



422 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

may forget, yet will I not forget thee. Behold, I have 
graven thee upon the palms of my hands. Isa. 49 : 
13-16. 

Jesus said unto his disciples, If any man will come 
after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, 
and follow me. Matt. 16 : 24. 

We are more than conquerors through him that 
loved us. For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor 
life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things 
present, nor things to come, nor height, nor depth, nor 
any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the 
love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Rotn. 
8 : 37-39. 

Now for a season ye are in heaviness through mani- 
fold temptations: that the trial of your faith, being 
much more precious than gold that perisheth, though it 
be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour 
and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ. 1 Peter 
1 : 6, 7. 

For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time 
are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall 
be revealed in us. Rom. 8 : 18. 

Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery 
trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing 
happened unto you; but rejoice, inasmuch as ye are 
partakers of Christ's sufferings; that, when his glory 
shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding 
joy. 1 Peter 4 : 12, 13. 

He that shall endure until the end, the same shall be 
saved. Rejoicing in hope, patient in tribulation, con- 
tinuing instant in prayer. Matt. 24 : 13; Rom. 12 : 12. 

For ye have need of patience, that, after ye have 
done the will of God, ye might receive the promise. 
Heb. 10 : 36. 

He hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake 
thee. So that we may boldly say, The Lord is my 
helper, and I will not fear. Heb. 13 : 5, 6. 



LESSONS AND PRAYERS FOR THE SICK 423 

Prayers 

OLORD of heavenly might, Who rulest over the 
bodies and souls of men, and in Thy Son our 
Saviour Jesus Christ didst heal all manner of infirmities 
and cure all manner of diseases : Mercifully help Thy 
servant in body and soul, and free him from his sick- 
ness, if it be Thy will, that restored to health, he may 
with thankful heart bless Thy Holy Name; through the 
same our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. 

For Use by the Afflicted 

OGOD, the Father in heaven, Who art a faithful 
God, and sufferest no one to be tempted above 
that he is able, but with the temptation also makest a 
way of escape: Let not the cross be too heavy for me, 
but enable me to bear it with patience. 

O God, the Son, Redeemer of the world, Who for my 
sins didst endure the pain^of the Cross: Have mercy 
upon me, forgive my transgressions, and suffer me not to 
fall from Thee. 

O God, the Holy Ghost, the Comforter: Strengthen 
my faith, grant me Thy peace, and uphold me in my last 
hour. Amen. 



PREPARATION FOR DEATH 

Psalm 
90. 

Lessons 

Job 14 : 1-5; Isa. 38 : 1-8; 40 : 6-8; 2 Cor. 5 : 1-10; 
Phil. 1 : 21-30; Luke 2 : 25-32. 

Sentences 



H 



ERE we have no continuing city, but we seek one 
to come. Heb. 13 : 14. 



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There remaineth a rest to the people of God. Let us 
labor therefore to enter into that rest. Heh. 4 : 9, 11. 

For we know that if our earthly house of this taber- 
nacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, an 
house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. 
% Cor. 5 : 1. 

We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be 
absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord. 
2 Cor. 5 : 8. 

I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my 
departure is at hand. I have fought a good fight, I have 
finished my course, I have kept the faith: henceforth 
there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which 
the Lord, the righteous Judge, shall give me at that day : 
and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his 
appearing. And the Lord shall deliver me from every 
evil work, and will preserve me unto his heavenly king- 
dom: to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen. 
2 Tim. 4 : 6-8, 18. 

Our Saviour Jesus Christ hath abolished death, 
and hath brought life and immortality to light through 
the Gospel. 2 Tim. 1 : 10. 

Into thine hand I commit my spirit: thou hast re- 
deemed me, O Lord God of truth. Ps. 31 : 5. 

Prayers 

OGOD of love and peace, Who didst give Thy Son 
to die for our redemption: Graciously receive my 
prayers, and bestow on me Thy mercy; that when my 
last hour shall come, the enemy may have no power over 
me, but that I may be among Thy saints in everlasting 
light; through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our 
Lord. Amen. 

ALMIGHTY God, Who through Thy Son, Jesus 
l Christ, hast overcome the sharpness of death and 
opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers : Grant 
that when my last hour shall come, I may confidently 



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commend my spirit into Thy hands, and trusting solely 
in the merits of Thy Son, may die in peace, and enter 
into the joy of Thy saints; through the same Jesus 
Christ, my Lord. Amen. 

OLAMB of God, that takest away the sin of the 
world: By Thy bitter Passion, and Thine Agony 
upon the Cross, have mercy upon me in the hour of my 
departure; sustain me by Thy presence, and receive me 
into everlasting life; Who livest and reignest with the 
Father and the Holy Ghost, One God, world without 
end. Amen. 

VI 

HOPE OF RESURRECTION AND ETERNAL LIFE 

Psalms 
116, 126. 

Lessons 

John 5 : 24-29; John 14 : 1-14; Rev. 3 : 7-13; 7 : 13- 
17; 21 : 1-7; 22 : 1-5. 

Sentences 

I AM the resurrection and the life: he that belie veth 
in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live: and 
whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die. 
John 11 :2o, 26. 

My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they 
follow me : and I give unto them eternal life ; and 
they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck 
them out of my hand. John 10 : 27, 28. 

Our conversation is in heaven; from whence also 
we look for the Saviour, the Lord Jesus Christ; who 
shall change our vile body, that it may be fashioned 
like unto his glorious body, according to the working 
whereby he is able even to subdue all things unto 
himself. Phil 3 : 20, 21. 



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All things are yours: whether Paul, or Apollos, or 
Cephas, or the world, or life, or death, or things present, 
or things to come: all are yours; and ye are Christ's; 
and Christ is God's. 1 Cor. 3 : 21-23. 

I heard a voice from heaven, saying unto me, Write, 
Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from 
henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest 
from their labors; and their works do follow them. 
Rev. 14 : 13. 

Be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a 
crown of life. Rev. 2 : 10. 

The ransomed of the Lord shall return, and come 
to Zion with songs and everlasting joy upon their 
heads: they shall obtain joy and gladness, and sorrow 
and sighing shall flee away. Isa. 35 : 10. 

Prayers 

OLORD Jesus Christ, Who hast overcome death, 
and brought life and immortality to light : Give us 
grace so to believe in Thee, the Resurrection and the 
Life, that we may not fear death nor dread the grave, 
but joyfully await the time when, by Thine almighty 
power, our frail bodies shall be fashioned like unto the 
body of Thy glory, wherein Thou art exalted forever- 
more at the Right Hand of the Father; Who livest and 
reignest with the Father and the Holy Ghost, One God, 
world without end. Amen. 



OLORD Jesus Christ, Who wilt come again to 
judge th^ quick and the dead, and call forth all 
who sleep in the graves, either to the resurrection of life 
or the resurrection of condemnation : I beseech Thee to 
be gracious to me, and to raise me up to life everlasting, 
that I may be and abide with Thee for ever; Who livest 
and reignest with the Father and the Holy Ghost, ever 
One God, world without end. Amen. 



LESSONS AND PRAYERS FOR THE SICK 427 

VII 
ADDITIONAL PRAYERS 

For the Sick 

ALMIGHTY and Immortal God, Giver of life and 
l\ health: We beseech Thee to hear our prayers 
for Thy servant, for whom we implore Thy mercy; 
that by Thy blessing upon him and upon those w^ho 
minister to him of Thy healing gifts, he may b£ re- 
stored, if it be Thy gracious will, to health of body and 
mind, and give thanks to Thee in Thy holy Church; 
through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

For a Sick Child 

O ALMIGHTY God and Merciful Father, to Whom 
belong the issues of life and death : Look in mercy, 
we beseech Thee, upon this sick child; visit him, O 
Lord, with Thy salvation; deliver him from his bodily 
pain, and. if it be Thy will, prolong his days, that he 
may live to Thee, and show forth Thy praise in a godly 
life; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

After Recovery from Sickness 

BLESS the Lord, O my soul: and all that is within 
me, bless His holy Name. Bless the Lord, O 
my soul, and forget not all His benefits; Who for- 
giveth all thine iniquities; Who healeth all thy dis- 
eases; Who redeemeth thy life from destruction; 
Who crowneth thee with lovingkindness and tender 
mercies. 

OGOD, Thou Giver of life and health : Unto Thee do 
I give thanks that Thou hast been pleased to 
spare my life, and to restore my health. Make me sen- 
sible of Thy merciful goodness, and give me grace to 
devote myself to Thy service all the days of my life; 
through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 



428 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

ORDER FOR THE COMMENDA- 
TION OF THE DYING 



Tf When a member of the Church is in peril of death, the following 
Order may be used. If no Minister is ' 'present it may be used by 
the head of the family or any other Christian. 

LQRD, have mercy. 
J B/. Lord, have mercy. 
Christ, have mercy. 

Jtf. Christ, have mercy. 
Lord, have mercy. 

Bf. Lord, have mercy. 

Tf Then shall all present say: 

OUR Father, Who art in heaven; Hallowed be Thy 
Name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on 
earth, as it is in heaven; Give us this day our daily 
bread; And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive 
those who trespass against us; And lead us not into 
temptation; But deliver us from evil; For Thine is the 
kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and 
ever. Amen. 

1f Then shall the Minister say: 

OLORD God, our Heavenly Father, we beseech 
Thee graciously to accept this Thy servant, for- 
give him all his sins, mercifully defend him in the hour 
of his death, and grant him everlasting life; through 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

If Then may be said one or more Psalms or Scripture Lessons as given 
in The Lessons and Prayers for the Sick. 

Tf When the end is near, the Agnus Dei or the Nunc Dimittis may be 

said. 

THE AGNUS DEI 

O CHRIST, Thou Lamb of God, that takest away 
the sin of the world, have mercy upon us. 
O Christ, Thou Lamb of God, that takest away the 
sin of the world, have mercy upon us. 



ORDER FOR THE COMMENDATION OF THE DYING 429 

O Christ, Thou Lamb of God, that takest away the 
sin of the world, grant us Thy peace. Amen. 

THE NUNC DIMITTIS 

LORD, now lettest Thou Thy servant depart in 
J peace: according to Thy word; 
For mine eyes have seen Thy salvation : which Thou 
hast prepared before the face of all people; 

A light to lighten the Gentiles : and the glory of Thy 
people Israel. 

T Then may the Minister lay his hand on the head of the dying believer, 

and say: 

DEPART in peace, thou ransomed soul. May 
God the Father Almighty, Who created thee; and 
Jesus Christ, the Son of the Living God, Who redeemed 
thee; and the Holy Ghost, Who sanctified thee, pre- 
serve thy going out and thy coming in, from this time 
forth, even for evermore. Amen. 

TT When the soul has departed, the following Prayer may be said: 

LORD Jesus, Thou Prince of Life, we thank Thee 
J that Thou didst keep this our brother steadfast in 
repentance and faith, and that Thou hast now taken 
him to Thyself. Comfort us who remain; help us to 
the end of life patiently to bear its burdens and trials; 
and when our last hour shall come, be Thou the strength 
of our heart and our portion forever; Who livest and 
reignest with the Father and the Holy Ghost, One God, 
world without end. Amen, 

THE Blessing of Almighty God, the Father, the 
Son, and the Holy Ghost, be with us all, evermore. 
Amen. 



430 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

ORDER FOR THE BURIAL OF 
THE DEAD 



If The Order for the Burial of the Dead is provided only for the burial 
of those who depart this life in the Christian Faith. 

If The death of a member of the Church should be reported immediately 
to the Pastor, and no arrangements for the burial should be made with- 
out consultation with him. 

1f This Order may be used in the church, or at the house, before the 
burial. 

If When the burial precedes the Service held in the church, only the 
Order provided for use at the grave shall be used at the Committal, 
and the Order here following shall be used in the church. 

Tf When a brief Service is held at the house before going to the church, or 
to the grave, it may include a Hymn, a Lesson, a Collect or Prayer 
and a Benediction. 



Tf The Order of the Church herein provided shall in no case be interrupted 
by the exercises of secular organizations, and shall close with the Bene- 
diction immediately following the final Collect. 



If The Service may begin with a Hymn, after which the Minister shall 

say: 

IN the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the 
Holy Ghost. Amen. 



L° 



If Then shall be said the Kyrie. 
ORD, have mercy upon us. 

Jtf. Lord, have mercy upon us. 
Christ, have mercy upon us. 

5/. Christ, have mercy upon us. 
Lord, have mercy upon us. 

ty. Lord, have mercy upon us. 

1f Then shall be sung or said one or more of the Psalms here following. 
The Psalm may be preceded and followed by an Antiphon. 



ORDER FOR THE BURIAL OF THE DEAD 431 

Psalm 130. De profundis. 

Antiphon: If Thou, Lord, shouldest mark iniquities, O Lord, who 

shall stand? 

OUT of the depths: have I cried unto Thee, O Lord. 
Lord, hear niy voice: let Thine ears be attentive 
to the voice of my supplications. 

If Thou, Lord, shouldest mark iniquities: O Lord, 
who shall stand? 

But there is forgiveness with Thee: that Thou mayest 
be feared. 

I wait for the Lord, my soul doth wait: and in His 
Word do I hope. 

My soul waiteth for the Lord, more than they that 
watch for the morning: I say, more than they that 
watch for the morning. 

Let Israel hope in the Lord, for with the Lord there 
is mercy: and with Him is plenteous redemption. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost: 

As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall 
be, world without end. Amen. 

Psalm 90. Domine, refugium. 

Antiphon: So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our 

hearts unto wisdom. 

LORD, Thou hast been our dwelling place: in all 
J generations. 

Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever 
Thou hadst formed the earth and the world: even 
from everlasting to everlasting, Thou art God. 

Thou turnest man to destruction: and sayest, Re- 
turn, ye children of men. 

For a thousand years in Thy sight are but as yes- 
terday when it is past : and as a watch in the night. 

Thou carriest them away as with a flood, they are 



432 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

as a sleep: in the morning they are like grass that 
groweth up. 

In the morning it flourisheth, and groweth up: in 
the evening it is cut down, and withereth. 

For we are consumed by Thine anger: and by Thy 
wrath are we troubled. 

Thou hast set our iniquities before Thee: our se- 
cret sins in the light of Thy countenance. 

For all our days are passed away in Thy wrath: we 
spend our years as a tale that is told. 

The days of our years are threescore years and 
ten, and if by reason of strength they be fourscore 
years: yet is their strength labor and sorrow, for it is 
soon cut off, and we fly away. 

Who knoweth the power of Thine anger : even 
according to Thy fear, so is Thy wrath. 

So teach us to number our days : that we may 
apply our hearts unto wisdom. 

Return, O Lord, how long: and let it repent Thee 
concerning Thy servants. 

O satisfy us early with Thy mercy: that we may 
rejoice and be glad all our days. 

Make us glad according to the days wherein Thou 
hast afflicted us : and the years wherein we have seen 
evil. 

Let Thy work appear unto Thy servants: and Thy 
glory unto their children. 

And let the beauty of the Lord our God be upon 
us: and establish Thou the work of our hands upon us, 
yea, the work of our hands establish Thou it. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost: 

As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall 
be, world without end. Amen. 



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Psalm 23. Dominus regit me. 

Antiphon: Into Thy hands, O Lord, I commit my spirit. Thou hast 
redeemed me, O Lord God of truth. 

THE Lord is my Shepherd: I shall not want. 
He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: He 
leadeth me beside the still waters. 

He restoreth my soul : He leadeth me in the paths of 
righteousness for His Name's sake. 

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow 
of death, I will fear no evil: for Thou art with me; Thy 
rod and Thy staff they comfort me. 

Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of 
mine enemies: Thou anointest my head with oil; my 
cup runneth over. 

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the 
days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the 
Lord for ever. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost: 

As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall 
be, world without end. Amen. 

If Instead of these, Psalm 27, 39, 42, 116, 126, 139 or 146 may be used. 

If Then shall be read one or more of the following Lessons of Holy 

Scripture: 

I WOULD not have you to be ignorant, brethren, con- 
cerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, 
even as others which have no hope. For if we believe 
that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which 
sleep in Jesus will God bring with him. 

For this we say unto you by the word of the Lord, 
that we which are alive and remain unto the coming of 
the Lord shall not prevent them which are asleep. 
For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a 
shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the 
trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: 



434 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up 
together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in 
the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord. Where- 
fore comfort one another with these words. 1 Thess. 
4 : 13-18. 

1ET not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, 
J believe also in me. In my Father's house are 
many mansions : if it were not so, I would have told you. 
I go to prepare a place for you. 

And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come 
again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, 
there ye may be also. And whither I go ye know, and 
the way ye know. 

Thomas saith unto him, Lord, we know not whither 
thou goest; and how can we know the way? Jesus 
saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life:* 
no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. John 
14 : 1-6. 

WHAT shall we then say to these things? If God 
be for us, who can be against us? He that spared 
not his own Son, but delivered him up for us all, how 
shall he not with him also freely give us all things? 
Who shall lay any thing to the charge of God's elect? 
It is God that justifieth. Who is he that condemneth? 
It is Christ that died, yea rather, that is risen again, who 
is even at the right hand of God, who also maketh inter- 
cession for us. 

Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? shall 
tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or 
nakedness, or peril, or sword? As it is written, For thy 
sake we are killed all the day long; we are accounted as 
sheep for the slaughter. 

Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors 
through him that loved us. For I am persuaded, that 
neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, 
nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, nor 



ORDER FOR THE BURIAL OF THE DEAD 435 

height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able 
to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ 
Jesus our Lord. Rom. 8 : 31-39. 

THEN answered Jesus and said unto them, Verily, 
verily, I say unto you, The Son can do nothing of 
himself, but what he seeth the Father do: for what 
things soever he doeth, these also doeth the Son like- 
wise. For the Father loveth the Son, and showeth him 
all things that himself doeth: and he will show him 
greater works than these, that ye may marvel. 

For as the Father raiseth up the dead, and quickeneth 
them; even so the Son quickeneth whom he will. For 
the Father judgeth no man, but hath committed all 
judgment unto the Son: that all men should honour the 
Son, even as they honour the Father. He that honour- 
eth not the Son honoureth not the Father which hath 
sent him. 

Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that heareth my 
word, and believeth on him that sent me, hath everlast- 
ing life, and shall not come into condemnation; but is 
passed from death unto life. 

Verily, verily, I say unto you, The hour is coming, and 
now is, when the dead shall hear the voice of the Son of 
God: and they that hear shall live. For as the Father 
hath life in himself; so hath he given to the Son to have 
life in himself; and hath given him authority to execute 
judgment also, because he is the Son of man. 

Marvel not at this: for the hour is coming, in the 
which all that are in the graves shall hear his voice, and 
shall come forth; they that have done good, unto the 
resurrection of life; and they that have done evil, unto 
the resurrection of damnation. John 5 : 19-29. 

THEN said Martha unto Jesus, Lord, if thou hadst 
been here, my brother had not died. But I know, 
that even now, whatsoever thou wilt ask of God, God 
will give it thee. Jesus saith unto her, Thy brother 



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shall rise again. Martha saith unto him, I know that he 
shall rise again in the resurrection at the last day. 

Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the 
life : he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet 
shall he live : and whosoever liveth and believeth in me 
shall never die. Belie vest thou this? 

She saith unto him, Yea, Lord: I believe that thou 
art the Christ, the Son of God, which should come into 
the world. John 11 : 21-27. 

AND they brought young children to him, that he 
jLjl should touch them: and his disciples rebuked 
those that brought them. 

But when Jesus saw it, he was much displeased, and 
said unto them, Suffer the little children to come unto 
me, and forbid them not : for of such is the kingdom of 
God. Verily I say unto you, Whosoever shall not re- 
ceive the kingdom of God as a little child, he shall not 
enter therein. 

And he took them up in his arms, put his hands upon 
them, and blessed them. Mark 10 : 13-16. 

AND it came to pass the day after, that he went into 
L a city called Nain; and many of his disciples went 
with him, and much people. 

Now when he came nigh to the gate of the city, be- 
hold, there was a dead man carried out, the only son of 
his mother, and she was a widow: and much people of 
the city was with her. 

And when the Lord saw her, he had compassion on 
her, and said unto her, Weep not. And he came and 
touched the bier: and they that bare him stood still. 
And he said, Young man, I say unto thee, Arise. And 
he that was dead sat up, and began to speak. And he 
delivered him to his mother. 

And there came a fear on all : and they glorified God, 
saying, That a great prophet is risen up among us; and, 
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of him went forth throughout all Judea, and throughout 
all the region round about. Luke 7 : 11-17. 

WHILE he spake these things unto them, behold, 
there came a certain ruler, and worshipped him, 
saying, My daughter is even now dead : but come and 
lay thy hand upon her, and she shall live. And J£sus 
arose, and followed him, and so did his disciples. 

And when Jesus came into the ruler's house, and saw 
the minstrels and the people making a noise, he said 
unto them, Give place: for the maid is not dead, but 
sleepeth. And they laughed him to scorn. But when 
the people were put forth, he went in, and took her by 
the hand, and the maid arose. And the fame hereof 
went abroad into all that land. Matt. 9 : 18, 19, 23-26. 

FOR we know that if our earthly house of this taber- 
nacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, an 
house not made w T ith hands, eternal in the heavens. 

For in this we groan, earnestly desiring to be clothed 
upon with our house which is from heaven : if so be that 
being clothed we shall not be found naked. For we 
that are in this tabernacle do groan, being burdened: 
not for that we would be unclothed, but clothed upon, 
that mortality might be swallowed up of life. 

Now he that hath wrought us for the selfsame thing is 
God, who also hath given unto us the earnest of the 
Spirit. Therefore we are always confident, knowing 
that, whilst we are at home in the body, we are absent 
from the Lord : (for we walk by faith, not by sight :) we 
are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from 
the body, and to be present with the Lord. 

Wherefore we labour, that, whether present or ab- 
sent, we may be accepted of him. For we must all 
appear before the judgment seat of Christ; that every 
one may receive the things done in his body, according 
to that he hath done, whether it be good or bad. 2 Cor. 
5 : 1-10. 



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AFTER this I beheld, and, lo, a great multitude 
l\ which no man could number, of all nations, and 
kindreds, and people, and tongues, stood before the 
throne, and before the Lamb, clothed with white robes, 
and palms in their hands; and cried with a loud voice, 
saying, Salvation to our God which sitteth upon the 
throne, and unto the Lamb. 

And all the angels stood round about the throne, and 
about the elders and the four beasts, and fell before the 
throne on their faces, and worshipped God, saying, 
Amen: Blessing, and glory, and wisdom, and thanks- 
giving, and honour, and power, and might, be unto our 
God for ever and ever. Amen. 

And one of the elders answered, saying unto me, What 
are these which are arrayed in white robes? and whence 
came they? And I said unto him, Sir, thou knowest. 
And he said unto me, These are they which came out of 
great tribulation, and have washed their robes, and 
made them white in the blood of the Lamb. Therefore 
are they before the throne of God, and serve him day and 
night in his temple: and he that sitteth on the throne 
shall dwell among them. They shall hunger no more, 
neither thirst any more; neither shall the sun light on 
them, nor any heat. For the Lamb which is in the 
midst of the throne shall feed them, and shall lead them 
unto living fountains of waters: and God shall wipe 
away all tears from their eyes. Rev. 7 : 9-17. 

NOW if Christ be preached that he rose from the 
dead, how say some among you that there is no 
resurrection of the dead? But if there be no resurrec- 
tion of the dead, then is Christ not risen : and if Christ 
be not risen, then is our preaching vain, and your faith 
is also vain. Yea, and we are found false witnesses of 
God; because we have testified of God that he raised up 
Christ: whom he raised not up, if so be that the dead 
rise not. For if the dead rise not, then is not Christ 
raised: and if Christ be not raised, your faith is vain: 



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ye are yet in your sins. Then they also which are fallen 
asleep in Christ are perished. 

If in this life only we have hope in Christ, we are of 
all men most miserable. 

But now is Christ risen from the dead, and become the 
firstfruits of them that slept. For since by man came 
death, bv man came also the resurrection of the dead. 
For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ shall all be 
made alive. 

But every man in his own order : Christ the firstfruits ; 
afterward they that are Christ's at his coming. Then 
cometh the end, when he shall have delivered up the 
kingdom to God, even the Father; when he shall have 
put down all rule and all authority and power. For he 
must reign, till he hath put all enemies under his feet. 
The last enemy that shall be destroyed is death. 1 Cor. 
15 : 12-26. 

BUT some man will say, How are the dead raised up? 
and with what body do they come? 

Thou fool, that which thou sowest is not quickened, 
except it die : and that which thou sowest, thou sowest 
not that body that shall be, but bare grain, it may chance 
of wheat, or of some other grain: but God giveth it a 
body as it hath pleased him, and to every seed his own 
body. 

All flesh is not the same flesh: but there is one kind 
of flesh of men, another flesh of beasts, another of fishes, 
and another of birds. There are also celestial bodies, 
and bodies terrestrial: but the glory of the celestial is 
one, and the glory of the terrestrial is another. There 
is one glory of the sun, and another glory of the moon, 
and another glory of the stars: for one star differeth 
from another star in glory. 

So also is the resurrection of the dead. It is sown in 
corruption; it is raised in incorruption : it is sown in 
dishonour; it is raised in glory: it is sown in weakness; it 
is raised in power: it is sown a natural body; it is raised 



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a spiritual body. There is a natural body, and there is a 
spiritual body. 

And so it is written, The first man Adam was made a 
living soul; the last Adam was made a quickening spirit. 
Howbeit that was not first which is spiritual, but that 
which is natural; and afterward that which is spiritual. 
The first man is of the earth, earthy : the second man is 
the Lord from heaven. As is the earthy, such are they 
also that are earthy: and as is the heavenly, such are 
they also that are heavenly. And as we have borne the 
image of the earthy, we shall also bear the image of the 
heavenly. 

Now this I say, brethren, that flesh and blood cannot 
inherit the kingdom of God; neither doth corruption in- 
herit incorruption. 

Behold, I show you a mystery : We shall not all sleep, 
but we shall all be changed, in a moment, in the twink- 
ling of an eye, at the last trump : for the trumpet shall 
sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and 
we shall be changed. For this corruptible must put 
on incorruption, and this mortal must put on im- 
mortality. 

So when this corruptible shall have put on incorrup- 
tion, and this mortal shall have put on immortality, 
then shall be brought to pass the saying that is written, 
Death is swallowed up in victory. 

O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy 
victory? The sting of death is sin; and the strength of 
sin is the law. But thanks be to God, which giveth us 
the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 

Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, un- 
moveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, 
forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in 
the Lord. 1 Cor. 15 : 35-58. 

H 1 Pet. 1 : 3-9, or Rev. 21 : 3-7 may also be read. 
If Then may be sung a Responsory, or a Hymn, or a suitable Anthem. 



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RESPONSORIES 

I. Si bona suscepimus. 

SHALL we receive good at the hand of the Lord, and shall we not 
receive evil? The Lord gave, and the Lord hath taken away. 
Verse: Blessed be the Name of the Lord 
The Lord gave, and the Lord hath taken away. 

II. Credo, quod Redemptor meus. 

1KXOW that my Redeemer liveth, and that He shall stand at the 
latter day upon the earth; and in my flesh shall I see God. 
Verse: Whom I shall see for myself, and mine eyes shall behold, 
and not another. 

And in my flesh shall I see God. 

III. Si credimus. 

IF we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also 
which sleep in Jesus will God bring with Him. Wherefore sorrow 
not even as others which have no hope. 

Verse: For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ shall all be made 
alive. 

Wherefore sorrow not even as others which have no hope. 

IV. Ecce, quomodo moritus Justus. 

BEHOLD, how the righteous dieth, and no man layeth it to heart; 
and the just are taken away, and none considereth. From the 
evil to come is he taken away; and his memory shall be in peace. 
Verse: In peace he rests in the earth, and in Zion is his habitation. 
His memory shall be in peace. 



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V. In pace in id ipsum dormiam. 

WILL lay me down in peace and sleep. None of us liveth to him- 
self, and no man dieth to himself. 
Verse: Whether we live therefore or die, we are the Lord's. 
None of us liveth to himself, and no man dieth to himself. 

IT Then may follow a Sermon or an Address. 

1f Then may a Hymn be sung. 

r Then may one of the following Canticles be sung, and with it an 

Antiphon. 

J. NUNC DIMITTIS 

Antiphon: O how glorious is that kingdom wherein all the saints do 
rejoice with Christ. They are clothed with white robes, and follow 
the Lamb whithersoever He goeth. 



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Or: 

Antiphon: I heard a voice from heaven saying, Blessed are the dead 
which die in the Lord. 

LORD, now lettest Thou Thy servant depart in 
J peace: according to Thy word; 
For mine eyes have seen Thy salvation : which Thou 
hast prepared before the face of all people; 

A light to lighten the Gentiles : and the glory of Thy 
people Israel. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost: 

As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, 
world without end. Amen. 



II. BENEDICTUS 

Antiphon: He that goeth forth and weepeth, bearing precious seed, 
shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with 
him. 

Or: 

Antiphon: I am the Resurrection and the Life: he that belie veth in 
Me, though he were dead, yet shall he live; and whosoever liveth 
and believeth in Me shall never die. 

BLESSED be the Lord God of Israel: for He hath 
visited and redeemed His people; 

And hath raised up a horn of salvation for us: in 
the house of His servant David; 

As he spake by the mouth of His holy prophets: 
which have been since the world began; 

That we should be saved from our enemies: and 
from the hand of all that hate us; 

To perform the mercy promised to our fathers : and 
to remember His holy covenant; 

The oath which He sware to our father Abraham: 
that He would grant unto us; 



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That we, being delivered out of the hand of our 
enemies: might serve Him without fear, 

In holiness and righteousness before Him: all the 
days of our life. 

And thou, child, shalt be called the prophet of the 
Highest: for thou shalt go before the face of the Lord 
to prepare His ways; 

To give knowledge of salvation unto His people: by 
the remission of their sins, 

Through the tender mercy of our God: whereby the 
Dayspring from on high hath visited us; 

To give light to them that sit in darkness and in the 
shadow of death: to guide our feet into the way of 
peace. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost: 

As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall 
be, w^orld without end. Amen. 



III. THE BEATITUDES 

Antiphon: God shall wipe away all tears from the eyes of His saints. 
And there shall be no more sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there 
be any more pain, for the former things are passed away. 

BLESSED are the poor in spirit: for their's is the 
kingdom of heaven. 

Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be com- 
forted. 

Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the 
earth. 

Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after 
righteousness : for they shall be filled. 

Blessed are the merciful : for they shall obtain mercy. 

Blessed are the pure in heart : for they shall see God. 

Blessed are the peacemakers : for they shall be called 
the children of God. 



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Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteous- 
ness' sake : for their's is the kingdom of heaven. 

Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and per- 
secute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you 
falsely, for My sake: rejoice, and be exceeding glad, for 
great is your reward in heaven. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost: 

As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall 
be, world without end. Amen, 



Tf Then shall the Congregation rise and the following Prayers, or other 
Prayers, shall be said: 



O 



GOD, the Father in heaven 
ty. Have mercy upon us. 



O God, the Son, Redeemer of the world: 
^/. Have mercy upon us. 

O God, the Holy Ghost, the Comforter: 
I?/. Grant us Thy peace. 

1T Then shall all say: 

OUR Father, Who art in heaven; Hallowed be Thy 
Name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on 
earth, as it is in heaven; Give us this day our daily 
bread; And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those 
who trespass against us; And lead us not into tempta- 
tion; But deliver us from evil; For Thine is the kingdom, 
and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen. 

1f Then may the Minister say one or more of the following Collects: 

ALMIGHTY God, Who by the death of Thy Son 
l hast destroyed sin and death, and by His resurrec- 
tion hast restored innocence and everlasting life, in order 



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that we might be delivered from the dominion of the 
devil, and our mortal bodies be raised up from the dead : 
Grant that with- our whole heart we may confidently 
believe this, and, finally, with all Thy saints, share in 
the joyful resurrection of the just; through the same 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

OGOD, our Heavenly Father, Who hast taught us 
by Thy holy Apostle not to sorrow overmuch for 
them that sleep in Jesus: Mercifully grant, that after 
this life, we, with all Thy saints, may be received into 
everlasting joy; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our 
Lord. Amen. 



ALMIGHTY God, with Whom do live the spirits of 
l those who depart hence in the Lord, and with 
Whom the souls of the faithful, after they are delivered 
from the burden of the flesh, are in joy and felicity : We 
give Thee hearty thanks for Thy grace bestowed upon 
Thy servants, who, having finished their course in 
faith, do now rest from their labors; and we beseech 
Thee, that we, with all who have departed in the true 
faith of Thy holy Name, may have our perfect con- 
summation and bliss, both in body and soul, in Thy 
eternal glory; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. 
Amen. 

ALMIGHTY and most Merciful God, Who hast ap- 
l pointed us to endure sufferings and death with our 
Lord Jesus Christ, before we enter with Him into 
eternal glory: Grant us grace at all times to subject 
ourselves to Thy holy will, and to continue steadfast 
in the true faith unto the end of our lives, and at all 
times to find peace and joy in the blessed hope of the 
resurrection of the dead, and of the glory of the world 
to come; through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our 
Lord. Amen. 



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446 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

ALMIGHTY and Everlasting God, the Consolation 
l of the sorrowful, and the Strength of the weak: 
May the prayers of them that in any tribulation or dis- 
tress cry unto Thee, graciously come before Thee, so 
that in all their necessities they may mark and receive 
Thy manifold help and comfort; through Jesus Christ, 
Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

At the Burial of a Child 

ALMIGHTY God, the Father of our Lord Jesus 
l Christ, within Whose arms little children were 
welcomed, and from Whose lips fell the gracious words 
that theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven : Help us stead- 
fastly to believe that this child, whom Thou didst 
receive in holy baptism, hath now been raised above the 
sorrows and temptations of this present world, to be 
kept by Thee unto everlasting life, and to share with 
all, who by Thy mercy serve Thee here, in the joyful 
resurrection of the just, and the bliss of the heavenly 
inheritance; through the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son. 
our Lord. Amen. 

% Special Prayers or Supplications may here be said 9 after which shall 

follow this Collect: 

OLORD Jesus Christ, Who wilt come again to judge 
the quick and the dead, and call forth all who sleep 
in the graves, either to the resurrection of life or the 
resurrection of condemnation: We beseech Thee to be 
gracious to us, and to raise us up to life everlasting, that 
we may be and abide with Thee for ever; Who livest 
and reignest with the Father and the Holy Ghost, ever 
One God, world without end. Amen. 

If Then shall the Minister say: 

THE Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the Love of 
God, and the Communion of the Holy Ghost be 
with you all. Amen. 



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THE SERVICE AT THE GRAVE 

Tf When the body has been committed to the grave, the Minister may say: 

1 HEARD a voice from heaven, saying unto me, 
Write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord 
from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may 
rest from their labours. 

I am the Resurrection and the Life, saith the Lord; 
he that believeth in Me, though he were dead, yet shall 
he live; and whosoever liveth and believeth in Me, shall 
never die. 

If the Spirit of Him that raised up Jesus from the dead 
dwell in you, He that raised up Christ from the dead, 
shall also quicken your mortal bodies by His Spirit that 
dwelleth in you. 



7 If the foregoing has not been used, the Minister may say the following : 

IX the midst of life we are in death. Of whom may we 
seek for succor, but of Thee, O Lord, Who for our 
sins art justly displeased? 

Yet, O Lord God most holy, O Lord most mighty, 
O holy and most merciful Saviour: Suffer us not, at our 
last hour, for any pains of death, to fall from Thee. 



If Then shall the Minister say: 

FORASMUCH as it hath pleased Almighty God of 
His great mercy, to take unto Himself the soul 
of our brother: we therefore commit his body to the 
ground; earth to earth, ashes to ashes, dust to dust; in 
sure and certain hope of the resurrection to eternal life 
through our Lord Jesus Christ; Who shall change our 
vile body, that it may be fashioned like unto His 
glorious body, according to the working, whereby He is 
able even to subdue all things unto Himself. 



448 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

^f Then may a Hymn be sung. 
If Then may the Minister say one or both of the following Collects: 

A LMIGHTY God, Who by the death of Thy Son, 
±\. Jesus Christ, hast destroyed death, and, by His 
rest in the tomb, hast sanctified the graves of Thy saints, 
and by His glorious resurrection, hast brought life and 
immortality to light, so that all who die in Him abide in 
peace and hope: Receive, we beseech Thee, our un- 
feigned thanks for the victory over death and the grave 
which He hath obtained for us and for all who sleep in 
Him; and keep us, who are still in the body, in everlast- 
ing fellowship with all that wait for Thee on earth, and 
with all around Thee in heaven, in union with Him, 
Who is the Resurrection and the Life, even Jesus Christ, 
Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

OLORD Jesus Christ, Who by Thy death didst take 
away the sting of death: Grant unto us Thy ser- 
vants so to follow in faith where Thou hast led the way, 
that we may at length fall peacefully asleep in Thee, and 
awake after Thy likeness; through Thy mercy, O our 
Lord, Who livest and reignest with the Father and the 
Holy Ghost, ever One God, world without end, Amen. 

jf Then shall the Minister say: 

THE Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the Love of 
God, and the Communion of the Holy Ghost, be 
with you all. Amen. 

Or: 

NOW the God of peace, that brought again from the 
dead our Lord Jesus, the great Shepherd of the 
sheep, through the blood of the everlasting covenant, 
make you perfect in every good work to do His will; 
working in you that which is well pleasing in His sight, 
through Jesus Christ, to Whom be glory for ever and 
ever. Amen. 



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ORDER FOR MARRIAGE 



If Before solemnizing a Marriage, the Minister shall diligently inquire: 
First, as to whether the union contemplated be in accordance with the 
Word of God; Second, whether it be in accordance with the Laics of the 
State. No Marriage shall be solemnized unless the Minister be con- 
vinced that God's blessing may properly be asked upon it. 

If The Minister may publish the Banns in the church, one or more 
Sundays before the day appointed for the Marriage, saying: 

N. N. and N. N. purpose to enter into the holy estate of Matri- 
mony, according to God's ordinance. They desire that prayer be 
made for them, that they may enter into this union in the Name of 
the Lord, and be prospered in it. If any one can show just cause 
why they may not be joined together, I exhort him to make known 
such objection before the day of marriage. 



*[ When a Marriage is solemnized in the church, a Hymn may be sung, 
and Psalm 67 or Psalm 128 may be sung or said, ending with the 
Gloria Patri. 

1f When a Marriage is solemnized in the home, the rubrics pertaining to 
the Chancel and the Altar {page J^ol) shall be disregarded. 



If The Persons to be married having presented themselves at the entrance 
to the Chancel, the Man to the right of the Woman, the Minister shall 
say: 

IN the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of 
the Holy Ghost. Amen. 

DEARLY Beloved: Forasmuch as Marriage is a 
holy estate, ordained of God, and to be held in 
honor by all, it becometh those who enter therein to 
weigh, with reverent minds, what the Word of God 
teacheth concerning it: 

THE Lord God said, 
It is not good that the man should be alone; I 
will make him an help meet for him. 



450 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

Our Lord Jesus Christ said: 

HAVE ye not read that He which made them at the 
beginning, made them male and female, and said, 
For this cause shall a man leave father and mother, and 
shall cleave to his wife; and they twain shall be one 
flesh? Wherefore, they are no more twain, but one 
flesh. What therefore God hath joined together, let 
not man put asunder. 

The Apostle Paul, speaking by the Holy Spirit, saith : 

HUSBANDS love your wives, even as Christ also 
loved the Church, and gave Himself for it. 
Wives, submit yourselves unto your own husbands, as 
unto the Lord. 

And although, by reason of sin, many a cross hath 
been laid thereon, nevertheless our gracious Father in 
heaven doth not forsake His children in an estate so 
holy and acceptable to Him, but is ever present with 
His abundant blessing. 

INTO this holy estate, this Man and this Woman 
come now to be united. If any one, therefore, 
can show just cause why they may not be lawfully 
joined together, let him now speak, or else forever hold 
his peace. 

1f Then shall the Minister say to the Man: 

NWILT thou have this Woman to thy wedded 
• wife, to live together after God's ordinance in 
the holy estate of Matrimony? Wilt thou love her, 
comfort her, honor and keep her in sickness and in 
health, and, forsaking all others, keep thee only unto 
her, so long as ye both shall live? 

1f The Man shall say; 
I will. 



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1f Then shall the Minister say to the Woman: 

NWILT thou have this Man to thy wedded hus- 
# band, to live together after God's ordinance in 
the holy estate of Matrimony? Wilt thou love him, 
comfort him, honor and keep him in sickness and in 
health, and, forsaking all others, keep thee only unto 
him, so long as ye both shall live? 

If The Woman shall say: 
I will. 

r If the Woman be Given in Marriage, the Minister shall now receive 
her at the hands of her father (or guardian or any friend), the Woman 
placing her right hand in the hand of the Minister. Then shall the 
Minister place the right hand of the Woman in the right hand of the 
Man. Then shall they loose their hands. 

r Then shall the Minister precede the Man and the Woman to the 
Altar. The Man shall take the right hand of the Woman and say 
after the Minister: 

IN., take thee, A r ., to my wedded Wife, and plight 
) thee my troth, till death us do part. 



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% Then shall the Woman, in like manner, say after the Minister: 

X., take thee, X., to my wedded Husband, and 
5 plight thee my troth, till death us do part. 



r If the wedding Ring be used, the Minister shall now receive it and 
give it to the Man to put on the fourth finger of the Woman s left hand. 

r Then shall the Man say, or if two rings be used, the Man and the 
Woman, in turn, shall say, after the Minister: 

Receive this Ring as a token of wedded love and 
troth. 

Tf Then shall the Minister say: 

Join your right hands. 

f Then shall the Minister lay his right hand upon their hands and say: 

FORASMUCH as N. and X. have consented to- 
gether in holy wedlock, and have declared the 
same before God and in the presence of this company, 



452 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

I pronounce them Man and Wife, In the Name of the 
Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. Amen. 

What God hath joined together, let not man put 
asunder. 

Tf Then may they kneel and the Minister may bless them, saying: 

THE Lord God, Who created our first parents and 
sanctified their union in Marriage: Sanctify and 
bless you, that ye may please Him both in body and 
soul, and live together in holy love until life's end. 
Amen. 

1f Then shall the Minister say: 

Let us pray. 

ALMIGHTY and most Merciful God, Who hast 
jljL now united this man and this woman in the holy 
estate of Matrimony : Grant them grace to live therein 
according to Thy Holy Word; strengthen them in con- 
stant fidelity and true affection toward each other; sus- 
tain and defend them amidst all trials and temptations ; 
and help them so to pass through this world in faith 
toward Thee, in communion with Thy Holy Church, 
and in loving service one of the other, that they may 
enjoy forever Thy heavenly benediction; through Jesus 
Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and reigneth 
with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world 
without end. Amen. 

If Then shall all say: 

OUR Father, Who art in heaven; Hallowed be Thy 
Name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done 
on earth, as it is in heaven; Give us this day our daily 
bread; And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive 
those who trespass against us; And lead us not into 
temptation; But deliver us from evil; For Thine is the 
kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and 
ever. Amen. 



ORDER FOR MARRIAGE 453 

1f Then shall the Minister say the Benediction: 

THE Lord bless you, and keep you. 
The Lord make His face shine upon you, and be 
gracious unto you. 

The Lord lift up his countenance upon you, and 
give you peace. Amen. 



1T // a simpler form is desired, the Order {page Jf.50) may be as follows: 

NWILT thou have this Woman to thy wedded wife, to live 
• together after God's ordinance in the holy estate of Matri- 
mony? Wilt thou love her, comfort her, honor and keep her in 
sickness and in health, and, forsaking all others, keep thee only unto 
her, so long as ye both shall live? 

1f The Man shall say: 
I will. 

If Then shall the Minister say to the Woman: 

NWILT thou have this Man to thy wedded husband, to live 
• together after God's ordinance in the holy estate of Matri- 
mony? Wilt thou love him, comfort him, honor and keep him in 
sickness and in health, and, forsaking all others, keep thee only unto 
him, so long as ye both shall live? 

"1f The Woman shall say: 
I will. 

If Then shall the Minister say: 
Join your right hands. 

If Then shall the Minister lay his right hand upon their hands and say: 

FORASMUCH as N. and N. have consented together in holy 
wedlock, and have declared the same before God and in the 
presence of this company, I pronounce them Man and Wife, In the 
Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. Amen. 

What God hath joined together, let not man put asunder. 
r Then shall be said the Collect, the Lord's Prayer, and the Benediction. 



454 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 



ORDER FOR ORDINATION 



IT Ordination shall be administered by authority of a Synod, and ac- 
cording to its appointment. 
% The Order for Ordination shall be conducted by the President of 

Synod, or, in his absence, by a Minister whom he shall appoint. 
U One or more Ministers thereto appointed may participate in the 

Laying-on of Hands. 

<f The Service shall be used, with the following Introit, Collect, 

Epistle and Gospel. 



INTROIT 

THEY go from strength to strength: every one of 
them in Zion appeareth before God. 
Blessed are they that dwell in Thy house: they 
will be still praising Thee. 

Ps. He that goeth forth and weepeth, bearing 
precious seed: shall doubtless come again with re- 
joicing, bringing his sheaves with him. 
Glory be to the Father, etc. 

COLLECT 

OLORD God, Which hast made heaven, and earth, 
and the sea, and all that in them is: Grant unto 
Thy servants, that with all boldness they may speak 
Thy Word, that wonders of Thy grace may be wrought 
by the Name of Thy Holy Child Jesus, Who liveth and 
reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, 
world without end. Amen. 

EPISTLE. Romans 10 : 6-15. 

THE righteousness which is of faith speaketh on 
this wise, Say not in thine heart, Who shall 
ascend into heaven? (that is, to bring Christ down 
from above:) or, Who shall descend into the deep? 
(that is, to bring up Christ again from the dead.) 
But what saith it? The word is nigh thee, even in 
thy mouth, and in thy heart : that is, the word of faith, 



ORDER FOR ORDINATION 455 

which we preach; that if thou shalt confess with thy 
mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart 
that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt 
be saved. For with the heart man believeth unto 
righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made 
unto salvation. For the scripture saith, Whosoever 
believeth on him shall not be ashamed. For there is 
no difference between the Jew and the Greek: for the 
same Lord over all is rich unto all that call upon him. 
For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord 
shall be saved. How then shall they call on him in 
whom they have not believed? and how shall they be- 
lieve in him of whom they have not heard? and how 
shall they hear without a preacher? And how shall they 
preach except they be sent? as it is written, How beauti- 
ful are the feet of them that preach the gospel of peace, 
and bring glad tidings of good things! 

GOSPEL. Luke 10 : 2-11, 16. 

THEREFORE said he unto them, The harvest 
truly is great, but the labourers are few: pray 
ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he would 
send forth labourers into his harvest. Go your ways: 
behold, I send you forth as lambs among wolves. 
Carry neither purse, nor scrip, nor shoes: and salute 
no man by the way. x\nd into whatsoever house ye 
enter, first say, Peace be to this house. And if the 
son of peace be there, your peace shall rest upon it: if 
not, it shall turn to you again. And in the same house 
remain, eating and drinking such things as they give: 
for the labourer is worthy of his hire. Go not from 
house to house. And into whatsoever city ye enter, 
and they receive you, eat such things as are set before 
you: and heal the sick that are therein, and say unto 
them, The kingdom of God is come nigh unto you. 
But into whatsoever city ye enter, and they receive you 
not, go your ways out into the streets of the same, and 
say, Even the very dust of your city, which cleaveth 



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456 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

on us, we do wipe off against -you : notwithstanding be 
ye sure of this, that the kingdom of God is come nigh 
unto you. He that heareth you heareth me; and he 
that despiseth you despiseth me; and he that despiseth 
me despiseth him that sent me. 

If After the General Prayer, the Hymn: Veni Creator Spiritus (No. 
142), or another Hymn of Invocation of the Holy Ghost, shall be 
sung. 

If Then shall the Secretary of Synod, or other Minister appointed, 
present the candidates for Ordination, saying: 

HE following brethren have been duly approyed by 

[Here he shall name the Synod with the day and place of 
meeting] as those to whom the Ministry of the Gospel 
should be committed. By direction of the Synod, 
therefore, I present these brethren for Ordination to the 
Holy Ministry. 

If H ere shall be read the names of the candidates, who shall then present 
themselves before the Altar. 

If The officiating Minister shall say: 
The Lord be with you. 
15/. And with thy spirit. 

Let us pray. 

f". Create in me a clean heart, O God: 
iy. And renew a right spirit within me. 

OGOD, Who didst teach the hearts of Thy faithful 
people, by sending to them the light of Thy 
Holy Spirit: Grant us by the same Spirit to have a 
right judgment in all things, and evermore to rejoice 
in His holy comfort; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, 
our Lord. Amen. 



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f. Their sound went into all the earth: 

BT. And their words unto the end of the world. 

GOD, the Giver of every good and perfect gift: 
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ORDER FOR ORDIXATIOX 457 

Thy heavenly benediction; and so replenish them with 
the truth of Thy doctrine and adorn them with holiness 
of life, that, meditating upon Thy law day and night, 
they may believe what they read, teach what they be- 
lieve, show forth in their lives what they teach, and, 
faithfully serving Thee in their office, may keep that 
which has been committed to their trust blameless unto 
the day of Christ Jesus, Who liveth and reigneth with 
Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, world with- 
out end. Amen. 

IT Then shall the officiating Minister say to the candidates: 

DEARLY Beloved: According to Apostolic usage 
you are now to be set apart to the Holy Ministry 
of the Word and Sacraments by the Laying on of Hands. 

HEAR, then, what our Lord Jesus Christ saith con- 
cerning this holy Office: 
Peace be unto you: as my Father hath sent me, 
even so send I you. And when he had said this, he 
breathed on them, and saith unto them, Receive ye 
the Holy Ghost; whosesoever sins ye remit, they are 
remitted unto them, and whosesoever sins ye retain, 
they are retained. All power is given unto me in 
heaven and in earth. Go ye, therefore, and teach all 
nations, baptizing them in the Name of the Father, and 
of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost; teaching them to 
observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you; 
and, lo, I am w T ith you alway, even unto the end of the 
world. Amen. 

Thus saith the Apostle Paul to Timothy: 

THIS is a true saying, If a man desire the office of a 
bishop, he desireth a good work. A bishop then 
must be blameless, the husband of one wife, vigilant, 
sober, of good behavior, given to hospitality, apt to 
teach ; not given to wine, no striker, not greedy of filthy 



458 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES' 

lucre; but patient, not a brawler, not covetous; one that 
ruleth well his own house; not a novice, lest being lifted 
up with pride he fall into the condemnation of the devil. 
Moreover he must have a good report of them which are 
without, lest he fall into reproach and the snare of the 
devil. 

Thus also the same Apostle exhorteth the Elders of 
the Church at Ephesus : 

TiVKE heed therefore unto yourselves, and to all the 
flock, over which the Holy Ghost hath made you 
overseers, to feed the Church of God, which He hath 
purchased with His blood. 



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THEREFORE ask you, dear Brethren, before 
Almighty God and this Congregation: 



ARE you now ready to take upon you this Holy 
jljL Ministry, and faithfully to serve in it? 

Will you preach and teach the pure Word of God in 
accordance with the Confession of the Evangelical 
Lutheran Church? 

Will you adorn the doctrine of our Saviour by a holy 
life and conversation? 

Tf Then shall the candidates answer in turn: 
Yes, with my whole heart, the Lord helping me 
through the power and grace of His Holy Spirit. Amen. 

If Then shall the candidates kneel. 

% The officiating Minister shall then lay his hands on the head of each, 

and shall say: 

I NOW commit unto thee the Holy Office of the Word 
and Sacraments; I ordain and consecrate thee a 
Minister of the Church: In the Name of the Father, 
and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. 

^[ Each one ordained shall say: 
Amen. 



ORDER FOR ORDIXATIOX 459 

If Then shall all present say: 

OUR Father, Who art in heaven; Hallowed be Thy 
Name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on 
earth, as it is in heaven; Give us this day our daily 
bread; And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive 
those who trespass against us; And lead us not into 
temptation; But deliver us from evil; For Thine is the 
kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and 
ever. Amen. 

If Then shall be said: 

f. The Lord be with you. 
B/. And with thy spirit. 

Let us pray. 

MERCIFUL God, Heavenly Father, Who through 
Thy beloved Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, hast 
said unto us, The harvest truly is great, but the labor- 
ers are few; pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest 
that He would send forth laborers into His harvest: 
We heartily pray Thee, give Thy Holy Spirit plenteously 
to these Thy servants, to us, and to all who are called 
to the Ministry of Thy Word, that we, with a great 
company, may be Thy true evangelists, and continue 
faithful and steadfast against the world, the flesh, and 
the devil, that Thy Name may be hallowed, Thy 
kingdom come, and Thy will be done; through the same 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and 
reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, 
world without end. Amen. 

% Then shall they rise, and the officiating Minister shall say: 

GO then, and feed the flock of God, taking the over- 
sight thereof, not by constraint, but willingly; 
not for filthy lucre, but of a ready mind; neither as being 
lords over God's heritage, but being ensamples to the 



460 THE OCCASIONAL .SERVICES 

flock. And when the Chief Shepherd shall appear, ye 
shall receive a crown of glory that fadeth not away. 

THE Blessing of the Lord be upon you, that you 
may go and bring forth fruit, and that your fruit 
may remain. 

If Then shall they answer: 

Amen. 

Tf Then shall follow The Holy Communion, beginning with the Preface. 

ORDER FOR THE INSTALLATION 
OF A PASTOR 



^ If the Installation be appointed for the morning, the Lessons: 
1 Timothy 4 : 6-16 and John 10 : 1-15 shall be read before the 
Epistle for the Day; and the Lord's Prayer shall be omitted in the 
General Prayer. The Order for Installation shall follow the Gen- 
eral Prayer and conclude with the Benediction. 

U // the Installation be appointed for the afternoon or evening the Order 
for Vespers shall be used, including the following appointments: 
Psalm 121 or Psalm 122, with which may be used the Antiphon: Oh 
how I love Thy law: it is my meditation all the day; the Lessons: 
1 Timothy 4 : 6-16 and John 10 : 1-15. The Order shall follow the 
Hymn after the Sermon, and shall be concluded as follows : The Salu- 
tation; the Collect for the Day; the Collect: Direct us, O Lord (No. 
19) ; the Versicle and Collect for Peace; the Benedicamus and the 
New Testament Benediction. 



If The officiating Minister shall say to the Congregation: 

DEARLY Beloved: Having been authorized to in- 
stall, as Pastor of this Congregation, the Reverend 
N. N. 9 our fellow-laborer in the Gospel of Christ, I now 
ask for the certification of his call. 



ORDER FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A PASTOR 461 

Tf A Certificate signed by the Church Council or its Secretary, attesting 
the election of the Minister to be installed, shall then be placed in the 
hands of the officiating Minister, to be read by him to the Congrega- 
tion . 

If The Pastor-elect shall then present himself before the Altar, and the 
officiating Minister shall say: 

HEAR the Word of the Lord concerning the Office 
of the Holy Ministry: 

Thus saith the Lord Jesus to His disciples : 

AS my Father hath sent me, even so send I you. 
jl\> Receive ye the Holy Ghost : Whosesoever sins ye 
remit, they are remitted unto them; and whosesoever 
sins ye retain, they are retained. 

All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. 
Go ye, therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them 
in the Name of the Father and of the Son and of the 
Holy Ghost; teaching them to observe all things what- 
soever I have commanded you; and, lo, I am with you 
alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen. 

Thus saith the Apostle Paul to Timothy : 

BE thou an example of the believers, in word, in con- 
versation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity. 
Till I come, give attendance to reading, to exhortation, 
to doctrine. Neglect not the gift that is in thee, which 
was given thee by prophecy, with the laying on of the 
hands of the presbytery. Meditate upon these things ; 
give thyself wholly to them; that thy profiting may ap- 
pear to all. Take heed unto thyself, and unto the doc- 
trine; continue in them: for in doing this thou shalt 
both save thyself, and them that hear thee. 



i 



ASK you, therefore, dear Brother, in the presence 
of God and of this Congregation: 



A RE you now ready to take upon you the office of 
1~\. Pastor of this Congregation (Parish) and faith- 
fullv to serve therein? 



462 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

Will you preach and teach the pure Word of God, and 
administer your office in accordance with the Confession 
of the Evangelical Lutheran Church? 

Will you adorn the doctrine of our Saviour by a godly 
life and conversation? 

1f The Pastor-elect shall answer: 
Yes, I will, by the help of God. 

1f Then shall the Congregation rise, and the officiating Minister shall say: 

DEARLY Beloved: You have heard the solemn 
vow taken by him whom you have called as 
your Pastor. I now ask you : 

WILL you receive him, and show him the love, 
honor and obedience in the Lord due to a 
shepherd and guide placed over you by the Lord Jesus 
Christ Himself, the Chief Shepherd and Bishop of 
souls? Will you honor and esteem him; as St. Paul 
exhorteth: Know them which labor among you, and 
are over you in the Lord, and admonish you; and esteem 
them very highly for their works' sake? Then answer: 
Yes, by the help of God. 

1f Then shall the Congregation answer: 
Yes, by the help of God. 

If Then shall the officiating Minister say: 

UPON these your solemn promises I do now declare 
the Reverend A 7 . N. the duly constituted Pastor of 
[Here he shall name the Congregation or 'Congregations], 

Let us pray. 

OLORD Jesus Christ, Son of God, Who sittest at 
the Right Hand of the Father, and Who givest 
gifts unto Thy people : We thank Thee that Thou hast 
given unto this congregation a pastor and teacher, and 



ORDER FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A PASTOR 463 

we pray Thee to enrich him with all needed grace, that 
faithfully fulfilling his ministry, his labors may be 
abundantly blessed to the saving of souls and the edi- 
fying of Thy people, and that he, with them, may receive 
the crown of righteousness from Thee, Who livest and 
reignest with the Father and the Holy Ghost, ever One 
God, world without end. Amen. 

OLORD God, the Holy Ghost, Sanctifier of the 
faithful: Visit this congregation, we pray Thee, 
with Thy love and favor; open their hearts to receive 
Thy Word; enlighten their minds continually with 
the light of the everlasting Gospel; increase in them 
true godliness; and, of Thy great mercy, unite them 
in the bonds of love and peace, that the good work 
which hath been begun may be performed unto the 
day of Christ Jesus; Who, with the Father and Thee, 
liveth and reigneth, ever One God, world without end. 
Amen. 

IT Then shall all say: 

OUR Father, Who art in heaven; Hallowed be Thy 
Name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done 
on earth, as it is in heaven; Give us this day our daily 
bread; And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive 
those who trespass against us; And lead us not into 
temptation; But deliver us from evil; For Thine is 
the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever 
and ever. Amen. 

1f Then shall the officiating Minister say: 

THE Lord bless you that ye may bring forth much 
fruit, and that your fruit may remain. Amen. 

r Then shall a Hymn be sung, after which the Pastor, now installed, 
shall conclude the Service as appointed in the rubrics preceding this 
Order. 



464 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

ORDER FOR LAYING THE 
CORNER-STONE OF A CHURCH 



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If The Service shall begin with a Hymn. 
If Then shall the Minister say: 

N the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of 
the Holy Ghost. Amen. 



\ Then shall be said or sung: 

OUR help is in the Name of the Lord; 
1$. Who made heaven and earth* 

How amiable are Thy tabernacles, O Lord of hosts ! 
1^. My soul longeth, yea, even fainteth for the 
courts of the Lord. 

His foundation is in the holy mountains. 

1$. The Lord loveth the gates of Zion more than 
all the dwellings of Jacob. 

I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into 
the house of the Lord. 

157. Our feet shall stand within Thy gates, O Je- 
rusalem. 

Except the Lord build the house, they labor in vain 
that build it. 

B?. Except the Lord keep the city, the watchman 
waketh but in vain. 

Glory be to the Father, and to, the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost: 

ty. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever 
shall be, world without end. Amen. 



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IT Then shall the Minister say: 
Hear the Holy Scripture. 

HUS saith the Lord God, Behold, I lay in Zion for 
a foundation a stone, a tried stone, a precious 



ORDER FOR LAYING A CORXER-STOXE 465 

corner-stone, a sure foundation: he that believeth shall 
not make haste. Isa. 28 : 16. 

And when the builders laid the foundation of the 
temple of the Lord, they set the priests in their apparel 
with trumpets, and the Levites, the sons of Asaph 
with cymbals, to praise the Lord, after the ordinance 
of David, king of Israel. And they sang together 
by course, in praising and giving thanks unto the 
Lord; because he is good, for his mercy endureth for- 
ever toward Israel. And all the people shouted with 
a great shout when they praised the Lord, because 
the foundation of the house of the Lord was laid. 
Ezra 3 : 10, 11. 

Xow therefore ye are no more strangers and foreign- 
ers, but fellow-citizens with the saints, and of the house- 
hold of God; and are built upon the foundation of the 
apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being 
the chief corner-stone; in whom all the building fitly 
framed together groweth into an holy temple in the 
Lord: in whom ye also are builded together for an 
habitation of God through the Spirit. Eph. 2 : 19-22. 

1f Then shall all say the Apostles' Creed. 

I BELIEVE in God the Father Almighty, Maker of 
Heaven and earth. 

And in Jesus Christ His only Son, our Lord; Who 
was conceived by the Holy Ghost, Born of the Virgin 
Mary; Suffered under Pontius Pilate, Was crucified, 
dead, and buried; He descended into hell; The third 
day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into 
heaven, And sitteth on the right hand of God the 
Father Almighty; From thence He shall come to judge 
the quick and the dead. 

I believe in the Holy Ghost; The. holy Christian 
Church, the Communion of Saints; The Forgiveness 
of sins; the Resurrection of the body; And the Life 
everlasting. Amen. 



466 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

Tf Then may follow an Address, after which a Hymn may be sung. 

If Here mention may be made of the articles to be placed in the Corner- 
stone. 

% Then shall the Minister say: 

The Lord be with you. 
ty. And with thy spirit. 

Let us pray. 

OLORD God, Heavenly Father, Whom the heavens 
cannot contain, but Whose will it is to have a 
house upon earth wherein prayer and praise to Thy 
Name may continually be made: Look graciously 
toward this place; and as Thou didst move Thine 
ancient people to build for Thee an house of worship, 
do Thou fulfill also the desire of our hearts, and bless 
and prosper what we have undertaken in Thy Name. 
Amen. 



OLORD Jesus Christ, Thou Son of the Living God, 
Who art the elect and precious Corner-stone 
and the immutable Foundation of Thy Church: We 
pray Thee, let the stone which we here lay in Thy 
Name be a firm foundation; and as Thou art Thyself 
the Beginning and the Ending, be also the beginning, 
continuance, and completion of what we here com- 
mence for Thine honor and glory. Amen. 



OLORD God, Holy Ghost, Who makest the as- 
sembly of Thy saints Thy dwelling-place: Bless 
and prosper the building of this edifice, and grant 
that in like manner we also, as living stones, may be 
built up into a spiritual house and an abiding temple 
of Thy Glory; Who with the Father and the Son livest 
and reignest, One God, world without end. Amen. 



ORDER FOR LAYING A CORNER-STONE 467 

If The Corner-stone having been placed, the Minister shall strike it witji 
a trowel or hammer at the mention of each Name in the Holy Trinity, 
saying: 

IN the faith of Jesus Christ, I do now lay this Corner- 
stone: In the Name of the Father, and of the 
Son, and of the Holy Ghost; that here true faith, the 
fear of God and brotherly love may abide; and that this 
place may be set apart to the preaching of the Gospel, 
the administration of the Holy Sacraments, and the in- 
vocation and praise of the Name of our Lord Jesus 
Christ, Who with the Father and the Holy Ghost liveth 
and reigneth, ever One God, w^orld without end. 

1f Then shall the Congregation sing or say: 
Amen. Amen. Amen. 

If Then shall all say: 

OUR Father, Who art in heaven; Hallowed be Thy 
Name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done 
on earth, as it is in heaven; Give us this day our daily 
bread; And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive 
those who trespass against us; And lead us not into 
temptation; But deliver us from evil; For Thine is the 
kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever and 
ever. Amen. 

If A Hymn may then be sung. 

If Then shall the Minister say: 
The Lord be with you. 

1$. And with thy spirit. 
Bless we the Lord. 

I?/. Thanks be to God. 

THE Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the Love 
of God, and the Communion of the Holy Ghost, 
be with you all. Amen. 



468 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

ORDER FOR THE DEDICATION 
OF A CHURCH 



If The Ministers and the Congregation, having convened in a suitable 
place, shall go in procession to the door of the church, bearing the 
Holy Bible and the Sacramental Vessels. 

If The Hymn: Open now thy gates of beauty (No. 1^20), or another 
suitable Hymn, may be sung in procession. 

If When the procession to the church is omitted, because of inclement 
weather or other reasons, the Ministers, Church Council and Choir, 
shall gather in the chapel, or at the entrance of the church; and 
the Service shall be as here ordered with the omission of Psalm 24. 



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1f Having come to the door of the church, the Minister shall say: 
N the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of 
the Holy Ghost. Amen. 

If Then shall the Minister say: 

Our help is in the Name of the Lord : 
B/. Who made heaven and earth. 

If Then shall be sung or said: 
Psalm 24. Domini est terra. 

THE earth is the Lord's, and the fulness thereof: 
the world, and they that dwell therein. 

For He hath founded it upon the seas: and estab- 
lished it upon the floods. 

Who shall ascend into the hill of the Lord : or who 
shall stand in His holy place? 

He that hath clean hands, and a pure heart: who 
hath not lifted up his soul unto vanity, nor sworn de- 
ceitfully. 

He shall receive the blessing from the Lord: and 
righteousness from the God of his salvation. 

This is the generation of them that seek Him: that 
seek thy face, O Jacob. 

Lift up your heads, O ye gates, and be ye lift up, 



ORDER FOR THE DEDICATION OF A CHURCH 469 

ye everlasting doors : and the King of glory shall 
come in. 

Who is this King of glory: The Lord strong and 
mighty, the Lord mighty in battle. 

Lift up your heads, O ye gates, even lift them up, 
ye everlasting doors : and the King of glory shall 
come in. 

Who is this King of glory: The Lord of hosts, He 
is the King of glory. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost: 

As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall 
be, world without end. Amen. 

IT Then shall the Keys of the Building be given to the Minister. 
If As he entereth the door, he shall say: 

Peace be to this House: 

B/. And to all that enter therein. 

IT Then, moving slowly into the church, shall be sung or said the 

following: 

Psalm 122. Lcetatus sum. 

I WAS glad when they said unto me: Let us go into 
the house of the Lord. 

Our feet shall stand within thy gates : O Jerusalem. 

Jerusalem is builded : as a city that is compact t 
together; 

Whither the tribes go up, the tribes of the Lord: 
unto the testimony of Israel, to give thanks unto the 
Name of the Lord. 

For there are set thrones of judgment: the thrones 
of the house of David. 

Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: they shall prosper 
that love thee. 

Peace be within thy walls: and prosperity within 
thy palaces. 



470 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

For my brethren and companions' sakes : I will 
now say, Peace be within thee. 

Because of the house of the Lord our God: I will 
seek thy good. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost: 

As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall 
be, world without end. Amen. 

1f Entering the Chancel,- the Ministers shall place the Holy Bible and 
the Sacramental Vessels, and the officiating Minister, proceeding to the 
Altar, shall say: 

1WILL go unto the altar of God, unto God my ex- 
ceeding joy. O send out Thy Light and Thy 
truth : let them lead me : let them bring me unto Thy 
holy hill, and to Thy tabernacles, that I may go unto 
the altar of God, unto God my exceeding joy, and 
praise Thee, God, my God. 

If The Hymn, Veni Creator Spiritus (No. H2), shall then be sung. 

If The Lessons shall then be read. 

1 Kings 8 : 12-30; Hebrews 10 : 19-25; Eph. 2 : 13-22; 1 Cor. 3 : 9-17, 
or other suitable Lessons of Holy Scripture, may be used. 

If Then the Minister, standing at the Altar, shall say: 

Let us pray. 

ALMIGHTY God, the Father of mercies and God of 
L all comfort, ever nigh unto all them that call 
upon Thee in truth: Sanctify and bless this House, we 
beseech Thee, with Thine especial presence, according 
to Thy promise made through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, 
that they who gather here in Thy Name may be en- 
lightened, comforted and strengthened by Thy manifold 
gifts of grace, and made meet for the inheritance of 
Thy saints in light. 

O Lord Jesus Christ, Thou great High Priest, Who 



ORDER FOR THE DEDICATION OF A CHURCH 471 

hast entered into the sanctuary on high to appear ever- 
more before God for us: Separate unto Thyself here 
a true spiritual priesthood of faithful and believing 
people, to offer unto Thee within these courts their sac- 
rifices of prayer, praise and thanksgiving. 

O Holy Spirit, Who makest the minds of the faithful 
to be of one will : Dwell, we beseech Thee, in those who 
shall worship here, making them Thine own temples, and 
uniting their hearts in faith and love, and in zeal for the 
progress of the Gospel among all men. 

O Father, Son and Holy Spirit, of Whom and through 
Whom and to Whom are all things : Have respect unto 
the prayers of Thy servants, which they pray unto Thee 
this day, that Thine eyes may be open night and day 
toward this House, built for Thy Name; and grant that 
Thy Word may ever be preached here in its purity and 
fulness, to the joy and edifying of Thy believing people, 
and to the deliverance of burdened souls from sin. 

Grant that they who shall be baptized at this Font 
may abide in their baptismal covenant, walk in newness 
of life, continue steadfast in the fellowship of Thy 
Church, and ever love the habitation of Thy House 
and the place where Thine honor dwelleth. 

Grant that they who shall partake at this Altar of the 
Holy Sacrament of the Body and Blood given for their 
redemption, may receive into penitent and believing 
hearts the promise of forgiveness of sins, life and sal- 
vation. 

And so prepare Thy servants who worship here, that 
when their earthly pilgrimage is ended, they may be 
received into the House not made with hands, eternal in 
the heavens, there to behold Thy glory, O Everlasting 
God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, and to adore and 
praise Thee, One God, world without end. Amen. 



i 



If Then shall the Minister say: 

DO now set apart this 

Evangelical Lutheran Church as a House of God; 



472 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

and dedicate it to the glory and honor of Almighty 
God, and to the service of His holy Church: In the 
Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy 
Ghost. Amen. 

If The Congregation shall sing or say: 
Amen. Amen. Amen. 



If The Service, beginning with the Introit for the Day, shall then 
follow. The Nicene Creed shall be used. 

\ The Holy Communion may be celebrated, in which case the Order for 
Confession shall be held on a preceding day. 

If Announcement of Gifts, Memorials, and other matters concerning the 
Building, shall follow the General Prayer. 



1f The following Prayer may be used in place of the Prayer (p. 470), or 
at Vespers of the Day of Dedication. 

ALMIGHTY and Everlasting God, Whom the 
jljL Heaven of heavens cannot contain, yet Who art 
willing to have an House fashioned by man, wherein 
Thine honor dwelleth and where men may worship 
Thee: Of Thy love and mercy, we beseech Thee, vouch- 
safe Thy presence here that this Church which we have 
reared to the glory of Thy Name, and do now wholly 
devote and dedicate to Thee, may by Thee be accepted 
and hallowed, to the end that souls may here be gath- 
ered, nourished in Thy love, and made fruitful in Thy 
service; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. 
Amen. 

ALMIGHTY and Everlasting God, Who hast called 
l men to the service of Thy Sanctuary: Vouchsafe 
to all who here minister before Thee the direction, aid 
and counsel of Thy Holy Spirit, that they may serve 
Thee with pure hearts and holy lives* preach Thy Word 
according to Thy loving purpose in Christ Jesus; 
humbly and devoutly administer Thy Sacraments; and 
be found acceptable to Thee as good and faithful stew- 



ORDER FOR THE DEDICATION OF A CHURCH 473 

ards of Thy grace; through the same Jesus Christ, our 
Lord. Amen. 

MOST Merciful Father, Who hast revealed Thy love 
in Jesus Christ, Thy dear Son, and through Thy 
Holy Word dost announce the precious message of sal- 
vation in Him: Vouchsafe Thy love to all who hear Thy 
Word read and preached in this place, that, called to 
Thy service, they may hold fast the Truth, and faith- 
fully bear unto the end the yoke of Jesus Christ, Thy 
dear Son, our Lord. Amen. 

ALMIGHTY God, Heavenly Father, Who through 
l the washing of regeneration by water and the 
Word, hast ordained a sacramental means of entrance 
into Thy Kingdom: Vouchsafe to all who shall be con- 
secrated to Thee at this Font by Holy Baptism ever to 
remain true to this blessed covenant, and finally to at- 
tain everlasting Life; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, 
our Lord. Amen. 

MOST Merciful Father, Who in Thy dear Son, hast 
given us the Way, the Truth and the Life, and 
through Him dost call all men to give Thee heart and 
soul and strength and life: Vouchsafe to all, who, here 
before this Altar, confess the Lord Jesus before men, 
the blessing of Thy Holy Spirit, that in Thy Church 
they may be living stones, elect and precious; through 
the same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

ALMIGHTY God, Everlasting Father, Who dost 
l refresh us as we have need ? and dost strengthen 
our faith with heavenly food, so that we go from strength 
to strength : Vouchsafe to all who receive at this Altar 
the Holy Sacrament of the Body and Blood of Thy dear 
Son, to approach this holy Mystery with pure hearts, 
believing desire, and devout thanksgiving, that, com- 
forted with Thy eternal love and goodness, they may be 



474 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

nourished and strengthened in faith, live in love and to 
the praise of Thy Holy Name, and finally attain to Thy 
presence in eternity; through the same Jesus Christ, 
Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

OGOD, Who dost call all men to Thee, and Who 
dost graciously receive all them that come: 
Vouchsafe Thy pardon to all those who here confess 
their sins; bestow the comfort of Thy Spirit on those 
who humbly and faithfully bring Thee their needs and 
sorrows; accept the praise and worship that are offered 
here; and grant that many may find Thee in this place, 
and finding Thee, be filled in soul and body with all 
things needful; and finally, with all Thine own, be united 
in that communion with Thee which is eternal in the 
heavens, where Thou livest and reignest, ever One God, 
world without end. Amen. 

ORDER FOR THE OPENING 
OF SYNODS 



If Conventions of Synods of the Church, and of other Bodies representing 
Synods, shall be opened with The Service, including a Sermon and 
the Holy Communion. 

TJ The first Business Session shall open with a Hymn of Invocation of 
the Holy Ghost, after which the President shall offer Prayer, as here 
folloiveth; if the first Business Session be held immediately after The 
Service, this Order shall begin with the words: I do now declare, etc. 



A s 



1f The President shall say: 

S there are many members in one body: 
B/. So we, being many, are one body in Christ. 

Let us follow after the things which make for peace 
B/. And things wherewith one may edify another. 



ORDER FOR THE OPENING OF SYNODS 475 

Where two. or three are gathered together in My Name : 
1$. There am I in the midst of them. 

Behold, I have set before thee an open door: 
fy y . And no man can shut it. 

I beseech you to walk worthy of the vocation where- 
with ye are called, with all lowliness and meekness: 

ty. Endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in 
the bond of peace. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost: 

ty. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever 
shall be, world without end. Amen. 

The Lord be with you. 
BJ. And with thy spirit. 

Let us pray. 

Tf Then shall be said one or more of the following Collects, or any other 

suitable Prayer. 

OGOD, Who didst teach the hearts of Thy faithful 
people, by sending to them the light of Thy Holy 
Spirit: Grant us by the same Spirit to have a right 
judgment in all things, and evermore to rejoice in His 
holy comfort; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. 
Amen. 



ALMIGHTY God, the Father of our Lord Jesus 
ii Christ, of Whom the whole family in heaven and 
earth is named: Grant, we beseech Thee, unto Thy 
Church here assembled, the presence of the Holy Spirit, 
that in our deliberations we may be guided into all 
truth, preserved from strife and vainglory, and, one in 
Thee, may constantly abide in that Christian unity 
which is well pleasing in Thy sight; through the same 
Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen. 



476 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

ALMIGHTY God, Who, in Thy Holy Word, hast 
l given us a rule of faith and life : Grant us by the 
teaching of the same to have courage and wisdom to 
devise, and grace and strength to act, to the end that 
Thy ministers and congregations may be established and 
comforted, Thy Gospel everywhere purely preached, 
Thy kingdom among men extended, and Thy people, 
knowing the riches of their heavenly calling, may be one 
in the faith and confession of Thy saving truth, and in 
communion with one another; through the same Jesus 
Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

A LMIGHTY God, Heavenly Father, Who hast prom- 
l\ ised by Thy Son, Jesus Christ, to be with Thy 
Church unto the end of the world, and that the gates 
of hell shall not prevail against it: Graciously make 
Thy strength perfect in our weakness, and according 
to Thy promise, be present with us, Thine unworthy 
servants, and grant us Thy merciful help; through the 
same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

DIRECT us, O Lord, in all our doings, with Thy 
most gracious favor, and further us with Thy con- 
tinual help; that in all our works begun, continued, and 
ended in Thee, we may glorify Thy Holy Name; and 
finally, by Thy mercy, obtain everlasting life; through 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and 
reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One God, 
world without end. Amen. 

If Then shall the President say: 

1DO now declare this Convention of the 
open: In the Name of 

the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. 
Amen. 



A 



ND now may the Father o£ our Lord Jesus Christ, 
Who hath called us with an holy calling, and hath 



ORDER FOR THE OPENING OF SYNODS 477 

committed to our trust the glorious Gospel of the 
grace of God, make you to increase and abound in 
love toward one another, and toward all men, that you 
may be stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the 
work of the Lord. 

1f Then shall all say: 

Amen. 



^ The folloicing Prayer may be used in churches on the Sunday, or 
during the week, before the meeting of a Synod, General Body, or 
Conference, or during its sessions. 

OLORD, the only Source of all true Wisdom: We 
invoke Thy blessing upon the 

about to assemble (now assembled) in Thy Name, to 
deliberate upon those things which make for the main- 
tenance, the well-being and the extension of Thy Holy 
Church among us and throughout all the world; and as 
Thou hast promised to send Thy Holy Spirit to lead 
Thy people into all truth, so rule the hearts and guide 
the counsels of the representatives of the Church, that, 
protected from the errors of human frailty, they may 
seek only Thy glory and the welfare of those whom 
Thou hast redeemed by the death of Thy Son; Who 
liveth and reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever 
One God, world without end. Amen. 



478 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

ORDER FOR THE CLOSING 
OF SYNODS 



If A Hymn of Praise or Thanksgiving may be sung, and the Litany 
or the Bidding Prayer may be used. 

If The President shall offer Prayer as here followeth; but if the Conven- 
tion closes with a Service, this Order shall begin with the words: Now 
unto Him, etc. 

If The President shall say: 

OLORD, save Thy people: 
BJ. And bless Thine inheritance. 
My word shall accomplish that which I please : 

1%. And it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent 
it. 

Ye shall be witnesses unto Me: 

ty. Unto the uttermost parts of the earth. 

I have chosen you, and ordained you: 

BJ. That ye should go and bring forth fruit, and 
that your fruit should remain. 
And lo, I am with you alway: 

Jtf. Even unto the end of the world. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the 
Holy Ghost: 

B?. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever 
shall be, world without end. Amen. 

The Lord be with you. 
RJ. And with thy spirit. 

Let us pray. 

1f Then shall be said one or more of the following Collects, or any other 

suitable prayer. 

ALMIGHTY and Everlasting God, Who alone doest 
l great wonders: Send down upon Thy Ministers 
and upon the Congregations committed to their charge, 



ORDER FOR THE CLOSING OF SYNODS 479 

the healthful Spirit of Thy grace; and, that they may 
truly please Thee, pour upon them the continual dew of 
Thy blessing; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. 
Amen. 

GRANT, we beseech Thee, Almighty God, unto Thy 
Church, Thy Holy Spirit, and the wisdom which 
cometh down from above, that Thy Word, as becometh 
it, may not be bound, but have free course and be 
preached to the joy and edifying of Christ's holy 
people, that in steadfast faith we may serve Thee, and 
in the confession of Thy Name abide unto the end; 
through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

OGOD, Who restorest to the right way them that 
err, Who gatherest them that are scattered, and 
preservest them that are gathered: Of Thy tender 
mercy, we beseech Thee, pour upon Thy Christian 
people the grace of Unity, that, all schisms being 
healed, Thy flock, united to the true Shepherd of Thy 
Church, may worthily serve Thee; through the same 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

OGOD, Who hast called us to Thy service, and laid 
upon us the care of Thy churches: Help us, by 
Thy Spirit, that in our several fields of labor we may 
have the courage consistently to declare and teach, and 
the wisdom and strength faithfully to perform, what we 
have here resolved in Thy fear and for Thy glory; 
through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. 

ALMIGHTY God, Heavenly Father, Who, through 
l Thy Son, Jesus Christ, hast given commandment 
unto Thy disciples to go into all the world and preach 
the Gospel to every creature: Grant us a ready will to 
obey Thy Word; and as we have entered into the labors 
of other men, help us to serve Thee, that others may 
enter into our labors; and that we with them, and they 



480 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

with us, may attain unto everlasting life; through the 
same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and 
reigneth with Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One 
God, world without end. Amen. 

1f Then shall all say: 

OUR Father, Who art in heaven; Hallowed be Thy 
Name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on 
earth, as it is in heaven; Give us this day our daily 
bread; And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive 
those who trespass against us: And lead us not into 
temptation; But deliver us from evil; For Thine is the 
kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and 
ever. Amen. 

1f Then shall the President say: 

NOW unto Him that is able to do exceeding abun- 
dantly above all that we ask or think, according to 
the power that worketh in us; unto Him be glory in the 
Church by Christ Jesus, throughout all ages, world 
without end. 

1DO now declare this Convention closed: In the 
Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy 
Ghost. Amen. 

LET us stand fast in the love of Christ, that, when 
J He cometh in His glory, we may rejoice before 
Him with exceeding joy. 

If Then shall all say: 
Amen. 

1f Then shall the President say: 

THE Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the Love 
of God, and the Communion of the Holy Ghost, be 
with you all. Amen. 



ORDER FOR INSTALLATION* OF CHURCH COUNCIL 481 

ORDER FOR THE INSTALLATION 
OF A CHURCH COUNCIL 



^ The Order for the Installation of a Church Council may be used at 
The Service or at Vespers. 

r When used at The Service, it shall follow the General Prayer (the 
Lord's Prayer being omitted) and conclude with a Hymn and the 
Benediction. 

r When used at Vespers, it shall follow the Hymn after the Address, 
and eonelude with a Hymn, after which shall be said the Collects, the 
Benedicamus and the Benediction. 



% The Minister shall announce the names of those icho have been elected 
to office, and they shall then present themselves before the Altar. 

If Then shall the Minister say: 

DEAR Brethren: Hear what the Word of God saith 
concerning the institution of the office to which 
you have been called: 

THEN the Twelve called the multitude of the dis- 
ciples unto them, and said, It is not reason that we 
should leave the word of God, and serve tables. Where- 
fore, brethren, look ye out among you seven men of 
honest report, full of the Holy Ghost and wisdom, whom 
we may appoint over this business. 

HEAR the duties of the office to which you have 
been elected by this Congregation. 
It will be your duty to see : That the services of God's 
House be held at the proper times, and conducted in 
accordance with the Order of the Church; that the pure 
Word of God be preached, as the Church confesses it, 
and only by those duly authorized according to the 
Constitution of this Congregation; that provision be 
made for the Christian instruction of the young; that 
strict discipline be maintained, the erring admonished 
and impenitent offenders excluded from the communion 



482 THE OCCASIONAL SERVICES 

of the Church; that the property of the Congregation 
be cared for, and all that relates to its worldly affairs 
properly administered. 

It will furthermore be your duty: To assist the 
Pastor in the care of the sick and needy, in the cultiva- 
tion of harmony among the members, in the promotion 
of the general welfare of the Congregation, and in the 
furtherance of Christ's Kingdom, at home and abroad. 

Nor should you be unmindful that, while holiness 
of life and conversation is required of all who name 
the Name of Christ; it is especially incumbent upon 
those who have been called to be office-bearers in His 
Church to show themselves in all things, by word and 
example, a pattern of good works. 

I ASK you, therefore: Do you accept the office to 
which you have been called, and do you promise 
to discharge its duties faithfully, in the fear of God, 
and in accordance with the Constitution of this Con- 
gregation, and the principles and usages of the Church? 

*& Then shall the Officers-elect answer: 
Yes, by the help of God. 

IT Then the Minister, taking the right hand of each one, shall say: 

ALMIGHTY God, our Heavenly Father, Who hath 
l called you to the service of His Church, en- 
lighten and strengthen you in your office, that you 
may prove a good and faithful steward, to the glory 
of His holy Name. Amen. 

\ Then shall the Minister say: 

Let us pray. 

LORD God, Heavenly Father, Who according to 
J Thy gracious will, hast established within Thy 
Church on earth, besides the Ministry of the Word, 



ORDER FOR INSTALLATION OF CHURCH COUNCIL 483 

other offices for the ministration of Thy manifold 
gifts of grace : We thank Thee that, in this place, Thou 
hast provided men of honest report, ready to serve 
this Congregation for Thy sake; and we humbly 
pray Thee to enrich them abundantly with Thy Holy 
Spirit, that they may have wisdom and strength for 
the service unto which Thou hast called them. Let 
Thy blessing rest also on this Congregation, not only 
in that which pertaineth to its temporal affairs, but, 
above all, in spiritual and heavenly gifts. Strengthen 
the faith, quicken the love and enkindle the zeal of 
its members, that Thy Name may be glorified, and 
that, both here and in all places, the Kingdom of Thy 
dear Son may be advanced; through Whom we pray: 

If Then shall all say: 

OUR Father, Who art in heaven; Hallowed be Thy 
Name; Thy kingdom come; Thy will be done on 
earth, as it is in heaven; Give us this day our daily 
bread; And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive 
those who trespass against us; And lead us not into 
temptation; But deliver us from evil; For Thine is the 
kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever and 
ever. Amen. 

Tf Then shall the Minister say: 

THEREFORE be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always 
abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as 
ye know that your labor is not in vain in the Lord. 
Amen. 



* 



GENERAL RUBRICS 



These General Rubrics, together with the Rubrics appointed in the 
Services, are a directory for the conduct of Divine Worship. 

I. FOR THE SERVICE, MATINS AND VESPERS 



The Minister may face the Al- 
tar except in such parts of the 
Services as are a direct address to 
the Congregation. 

A Hymn of Invocation of the 
Holy Ghost may be sung at the 
beginning of all Services. At 
Matins and Vespers any other 
suitable Hymn may be used at 
this place. 

A Hymn may be sung after the 
Benediction at all Services. 

Silent Prayer should be offered 
after all Services. 

The Propria. The Introit, 
Collect, Epistle, Gradual, and 
Gospel, the Propria for the Day, 
shall be used throughout the 
week following, except on those 
Days for which other appoint- 
ments are made. 

When a Greater Festival falls 
within the week, the Propria for 
the Festival shall be used until 
the following Sunday. 

The Collects. The Collect 
for the Sunday is said at Matins 
throughout the week. It is also 
said at Vespers daily except on 
Saturday, when the Collect for 
the following Sunday is said. 

Should a Festival fall within 
the week, the Collect for the Festi- 
val shall be said first on that Day, 
and if it be a Greater Festival, 
throughout the remainder of the 
week. 



Whenever the Collect for the 
Day is said, the full termination 
as appointed shall be used. If 
other Collects are said after it, as 
at Matins and Vespers, the full 
termination shall be used with 
the Collect for the Day and with 
the last Collect only. 

The short termination of the 
Collects used after the Collect for 
the Day, will usually be: through 
Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord, 
or, through the same Jesus Christ, 
Thy Son, our Lord. Exceptions 
to this rule will be found printed 
in full in the Collects and Prayers. 

When the Petition is addressed 
to God, the Father, the full ter- 
mination is: through Jesus Christ, 
Thy Son, our Lord, Who liveth and 
reigneth with Thee and the Holy 
Ghost, ever One God, world without 
end. Amen. 

When the Petition is addressed 
to God, the Son, the termination 
is: Who livest and reignest with the 
Father and the Holy Ghost, ever 
One God, world without end. 
Amen. 

When mention is made of our 
Lord in the body of the Petition, 
the termination is: through the 
same Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our 
Lord, Who liveth and reigneth icith 
Thee and the Holy Ghost, ever One 
God, world without end. Amen. 

When mention is made of our 
Lord, at the end of the Petition, 
the termination is : Who liveth and 



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485 



reign eth with the Father and the 
Holy Ghost, ever One God, world 
without end. Amen. 
When the Petition is addressed 



to God, the Holy Trinity, the 
termination is: Who livest and 
reignest, One God, world without 
end. Amen. 



II. THE SERVICE 



At the Hymn of Invocation of 
the Holy Ghost the Congregation 
shall rise. 

For the Invocation, the Con- 
fession and the Declaration of 
Grace, the Minister may stand in 
the Chancel before the Altar. At 
the Introit, he shall stand at the 
Altar. 

When The Service begins with 
the Introit, the Minister shall go 
immediately to the Altar. 

The Confession of Sixs. 
Beginning with the Versicle: Our 
help is in the Name of the Lord, 
the Congregation may kneel for 
the Confession of Sins and until 
the Introit. The Versicles and 
Amens in the Confession of Sins 
may be said by the Congregation 
instead of being sung. 

The Introit. The Introit for 
the Day with the Gloria Patri 
should be sung by the Choir; but 
the Introit may be sung by the 
Choir, the Congregation uniting 
in the Gloria Patri; or the Introit 
may be said by the Minister, the 
Choir and the Congregation sing- 
ing the Gloria Patri. 

The Introits have their proper 
music, but they may be sung to 
the Psalm Tones. When sung, 
the Antiphon of the Introit may 
be repeated after the Gloria Patri. 

The Kyrie. The Kyrie may 
be sung or said responsively by 
the Minister and the Congrega- 
tion; or the Minister may say the 



first petition, the Choir and the 
Congregation singing the entire 
Kyrie in response. 

The Gloria in Excelsis. The 
Gloria in Excelsis shall be used in- 
variably on all Festival Days or 
when there is a Communion. At 
other times another Canticle or 
Hymn of Praise may be sung. 

The Lessons. Before the 
Epistle for the Day, other Lessons 
of Holy Scripture may be read, 
but the Epistle, and the Gospel, 
for the Day shall always be read. 

The Gradual for the Day 
and the Hallelujah. The 
Gradual for the Day or Season 
(Propria, p. 37) should be sung 
by the Choir; or, instead thereof, 
the simple Hallelujah; or the 
Sentence for the Season may be 
sung. 

The Creed. The Nicene 
Creed shall be used on all Festi- 
vals and whenever there is a 
Communion; at other times the 
Apostles' Creed may be used in its 
stead. 

The General Prayer. Be- 
fore the General Prayer the Min- 
ister shall make mention of any 
special Petitions, Intercessions or 
Thanksgivings which may have 
been requested. He may also 
make mention of the death of any 
members of the Congregation. 

The General Prayer appointed 



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in the Service shall always be 
used on Festivals and whenever 
there is a Communion. At other 
times the Litany or a selection 
from the Collects and Prayers 
(p. 207), or any other suitable 
Prayer, may be said. 

The Lord's Prayer. The 
Lord's Prayer may be omitted 
after the General Prayer when 
there is a Communion; but it 
shall be omitted at this place 
when one of the Occasional Offices 
is used in connection with The 
Service. 

After the General Prayer the 
Minister may make any needful 
announcements. 

The Holy Communion. The 
Proper Preface for a Festival shall 
be used throughout the Festival 
Season. 

In making ready the Elements 
for the Holy Communion so much 
of the Bread and Wine shall be 
placed in the proper Vessels, as, 
in the judgment of the Minis- 



ter, will be required for the Ad- 
ministration. 

If the consecrated Bread or 
Wine be spent before all have 
communed, the Minister shall set 
apart more, saying aloud so much 
of the Words of Institution as 
pertaineth to the Element to be 
consecrated. 

When all have received the Holy 
Sacrament, the Minister shall 
cover that which remaineth of 
the Bread and Wine with the Veil. 

When The Service has been 
completed, a Deacon or other 
Officer shall remove the Sacra- 
mental Vessels from the Altar to 
the Sacristy, and dispose of that 
part of the Bread and Wine which 
remaineth as follows: He shall 
carefully remove the Bread from 
the Paten and Ciborium to a fit 
receptacle, there to be kept 
against the next Communion. 
He shall carry the Chalice to a 
proper and convenient place with- 
out the Church and pour the 
Wine upon the ground. 



III. MATINS 



The Congregation shall rise for 
the Hymn at the beginning of 
Matins. 

The Invitatory. The In- 
vitatory is always used with the 
Venite. It may vary with the 
Season. 

The first part: Come, let us 
worship the Lord, may be sung or 
said before the Venite by the 
Minister, or by a single voice; the 
Choir and Congregation respond- 
ing: For He is our Maker. After 
the Venite and Gloria Patri, the 
whole Invitatory should be re- 
peated, in the same manner. 



The Psalm. In the reading or 
singing of the Psalter at Matins, 
Psalm 95 (Venite) shall not be 
used. 

An Antiphon may be sung with 
each Psalm. 

When an Antiphon is used with 
the Psalm, it should be sung by a 
single voice before the Psalm, 
and repeated after the Psalm and 
Gloria Patri by the entire Choir. 

The Lesson. One or more 
Lessons shall be read. On Sun- 
days or Festivals one Lesson shall 
be read from the Epistles and one 
from the Gospels. A Lesson from 



GENERAL RUBRICS 



487 



the Old Testament may also be 
read, as a first Lesson. 

In announcing the Lesson the 
Minister shall say: The First 
Lesson [or Second, or Gospel] is 

written in the Chapter of 

beginning at the Verse. 



The Lesson ended, he shall say: 
Here endeth the First [or Second, 
or Gospel] Lesson. After that he 
shall say: Lord, have mercy 
upon us. 

The Respoxsory. The Re- 
sponsor y varies with the Season 
and may be sung by the Choir 
after the last Lesson. 

The Sermox. The Sermon or 
Address may follow the Lesson 
and Responsory as appointed. 
Or it may follow the Benedic- 
amus; the Sermon shall then be 
followed by a Hymn, a Collect, 
and the Benediction. 

Matin Caxticles. The Te 
Deum. Proper at Matins on all 
Sundays except in Advent and 
from Septuagesima to Palm Sun- 
day, and also proper on all Festi- 
vals and during their Seasons. 

The Benedictus. Proper on all 
Sundays in Advent, and from 
Septuagesima to Palm Sunday, 
also proper for daily use. 



The Benedicite. Proper on 
Festivals and dining Eastertide. 

The Digitus est Agnus. Proper 
during the Easter season and As- 
cension-tide. May also be used 
during the Trinity Season. 

The Beatitudes. Proper during 
Trinity Season, but may be used 
any other time except Sundays. 

Any of the other Canticles, ex- 
cept the Magnificat and the Nunc 
Dimittis, may be used at Matins 
on any day except a Sunday or a 
Festival. 

An Antiphon may be sung with 
any of the Canticles except the 
Te Deum. It should be sung by a 
single voice before the Canticle 
and repeated after the Canticle by 
the entire Choir. 

The Prayer. Instead of the 
Prayer appointed, the Suffrages, 
the Litany or other Prayers may 
be said. The Congregation may 
kneel for the Suffrages or the 
Litany, except on Sundays and 
Festivals. 

The Collect. The Collect for 
the Sunday is said at Matins 
throughout the week. 

Additional rubrics governing 
the use of .Collects are given on 
p. 484. 



IV. VESPERS 



The Congregation shall rise for 
the Hymn at the beginning of 
Vespers. 

The Psalm. An Antiphon 
may* be sung with each Psalm. 

When an Antiphon is used with 
a Psalm it should be sung by a 
single voice before the Psalm and 
repeated after the Psalm and 
Gloria Patri by the entire Choir. 



The Lessox. One or more 
Lessons from the Old or the New 
Testament, shall be read. 

In announcing the Lesson the 
Minister shall say: The First Les- 
son [or Second, or Third] is written 
in the — — Chapter of , begin- 



ning at the 



Verse. The Lesson 



ended, he shall say: Here endeth 
the First [or Second, or Third] 



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GENERAL RUBRICS 



Lesson. After that he shall say: 
Lord, have mercy upon us. 

The Responsory. The Re- 
sponsory varies with the Season 
and may be sung by the Choir 
after the last Lesson. 

The Sermon. The Sermon or 
Address may follow the Lesson 
and Responsory as appointed. 
Or it may follow the Benedic- 
amus; the Sermon shall then be 
followed by a Hymn, a Collect, 
and the B?nediction. 

Vesper Canticles. The 

Magnificat. Proper on all Festi- 
vals, but may be used at any 
other time. 

The Nunc Dimittis. Proper at 
any time except the Greater 
Festivals. 

The Dignus est Agnus. Proper 
during the Easter Season and As- 
cension-tide. May also be used 
during the Trinity Season. 



On Festivals a special Versicle 
as appointed in the Propria may 
be used with the Canticle. 

An Antiphon may be sung with 
the Canticle. 

The Prayer. Instead of the 
Prayer appointed, the Suffrages, 
the Litany or other Prayers may 
be said. The Congregation may 
kneel for the Suffrages or the 
Litany, except on Sundays and 
Festivals. 

The Collect. The Collect for 
the Sunday is said at Vespers, 
throughout the week until Fri- 
day; but on Saturday, the Collect 
for the following Sunday is said. 
The Collect proper for any Sun- 
day or other Festival may be 
used at Vespers of the day be- 
fore. 

Additional rubrics governing 
the use of Collects are given on 
p. 484. 



V. PARAMENTS 



The Color of all hangings : Altar 
Antependia, Pulpit and Lectern 
Falls, etc., shall be of the Proper 
Color of the Day or Season. 

The Liturgical Colors are: 
White, Red, Green, Violet, Black. 

The proper use is as follows: — 

White. From and with Ves- 
pers of the Eve of the Nativity, 
through the Epiphany Season 
(except the Day of St. Stephen, 
Martyr, on which Day the Color 
is Red). 

From Easter Day to the Ves- 
pers of the Saturday before Whit- 
sunday. 

On the Festival of the Trans- 
figuration. 

On the Presentation. 



On the Festival of the Holy 
Trinity and its Octave. 

On the Days of the Annuncia- 
tion and of the Visitation. 

On the Day of St. Michael and 
all Angels. 

Red. From and with Vespers 
of the Saturday before Whitsun- 
day to the Vespers of the Satur- 
day before the Festival of the Holy 
Trinity. 

On the Festival of the Reforma- 
tion and the Sunday after. 

On the Apostles' Days and on 
all Evangelists' Days (excepting 
St. John, Apostle, Evangelist). 

On Martyrs' Days. 

On All Saints' Day. 

For the Dedication of a Church. 



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489 



For all Church Anniversaries. 
For the Festival of Harvest. 
For the Day of Thanksgiving. 

Green. From and with Ves- 
pers of the Saturday before Sep- 
tuagesima to Vespers of the day 
before Ash Wednesday. Begin- 
ning with the Second Sunday after 
the Festival of the Holy Trinity 
and throughout the Trinity Sea- 
son to Vespers of the Saturday 
before Advent Sunday, except on 
such Festivals and Days for 
which there is a special appoint- 
ment. 

Violet. From and with Ves- 
pers of the Saturday before Advent . 
Sunday to Vespers of the Eve of 
the Nativity. 

From and with Vespers of the 
day before Ash Wednesday and 
throughout Lent (excepting Good 
Friday) to Vespers of the Eve of 
Easter. 

Black. For Good Friday. 
For a Day of Humiliation. 

The Celebration of the Holy 
Communion, the Solemnization of 
Holy Matrimony and the Order 
for the Burial of the Dead, shall not 
affect the Proper Color for Day or 
Season in use when these Services 
may be held. 



The Altar Linens. The Fair 
Linen, a cloth covering the Altar, 
extending one-third or two-thirds 
to the floor at the narrow ends, 
and a span in front, shall always 
be upon the Altar. 

Sacramental Linens. The 
Corporal, a square of very fine 
linen, is laid on the centre of the 
Fair Linen cloth. Upon it the 
Sacramental Vessels are placed. 

The Pall, a small square of 
heavy cardboard covered with 
linen, is used to cover the Chalice. 
It should be removed at the Con- 
secration. 

The Purificators, squares of 
heavy linen, are used to cleanse 
the rim of the Chalice during the 
Administration. 

The Veil, made of silk or of the 
finest linen, is used to cover the 
Sacramental Vessels upon the Al- 
tar. It is removed before the 
Preface and should be folded 
carefully and laid upon the Altar 
and again placed over the Sacra- 
mental Vessels after the Adminis- 
tration at the Nunc Dimittis. 

The Sacramental Linens when 
not in use should be properly 
folded and kept in the Burse, a 
square envelope made of strong 
cardboard covered with silk or 
heavy linen. 



490 



GENERAL RUBRICS 



VI. THE CHURCH YEAR 



Advent Sunday 

(The Advent Season, four weeks) ; 

St. Thomas, Apostle 

Christmas Day, The Nativity of our Lord 

St. Stephen, Martyr 

St. John, Apostle, Evangelist 

The Circumcision of our Lord (New Year's Day) 
The Epiphany of our Lord . . 

(The Epiphany Season, from one to six weeks) . . . 

The Transfiguration of our Lord 

Septuagesima Sunday 

Sexagesima Sunday 

quinquagesima sunday 

The Conversion of St. Paul 

The Presentation of our Lord •. 

St Matthias, Apostle 

Ash Wednesday, The First Day of Lent 

(The Lenten-tide, forty -six days) 

Invocavtt, The First Sunday in Lent . 

Reminiscere, The Second Sunday in Lent 

Oculi, The Third Sunday in Lent 

Laetare, The Fourth Sunday in Lent 

Judica, Passion Sunday 

Palmarum, The Sixth Sunday in Lent 

Monday in Holy Week 

Tuesday in Holy Week 

Wednesday in Holy Week 

Thursday in Holy Week 

Good Friday 

Saturday in Holy Week 

Easter Day, The Resurrection of our Lord . . . 

(The Easter Season, forty days) 

The Annunciation 

Quasimodogeniti, The First Sunday after Easter .... 
Misericordias Domini, The Second Sunday after 

Easter 

Jubilate, The Third Sunday after Easter 

Cantate, The Fourth Sunday after Easter 

Rogate, The Fifth Sunday after Easter 

The Ascension of our Lord 

Exaudi, The Sunday after the Ascension 

St Mark, Evangelist 

St. Philip and St. James, Apostles 

Whitsunday 



December 21 
December 25 
December 26 
December 27 
January 1 
January 6 



January 25 
February 2 
February 24 



March 25 






April 

May 



25 
1 



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491 



THE CHURCH YEAR— Continued 



The Festival of the Holy Trinity 

(The Trinity Season from twenty-two to twenty- 
seven weeks) 

The Nativity of St. John, the Baptist . . ; 

St. Peter and St. Paid, Apostles 

The J^isitation 

St. James, the Elder, Apostle 

St. Bartholomew, Apostle 

St. Matthew, Apostle, Evangelist 

St. Michael and All Angels 

St. Luke, Evangelist 

St. Simon and St. Jude, Apostles 

The Festival of the Reformation 

Ail Saints' Day 

St. Andrew, Apostle 



24 
29 



25 
24 



June 
June 
July 
July 
August 
September 21 
September 29 
October 18 
October 28 
October 31 
November 1 
November 30 



Calendar Rubrics 

The Moveable Festivals all depend upon Easter except Advent. 

Advent Sunday is always the nearest Sunday to St. Andrew's 
Day, the thirtieth day of November, whether before or after. 

Easter is always the first Sunday after the Full Moon which 
happens upon, or next after the twenty-first day of March; and if 
the Full Moon happens upon a Sunday, Easter is the Sunday after. 

The time of Easter being found, the other Festivals occur as 
follows : 

Septuagesima Sunday is nine weeks before Easter. 

Ash Wednesday, or the beginning of Lent, is forty-six days before 
Easter. 

Palm Sunday, or the beginning of Holy Week, is eight days before 
Easter. 

Holy Thursday is the Thursday before Easter. 

Good Friday is the Friday before Easter. 

Ascension Day is forty days after Easter. 

Whitsunday is seven weeks after Easter. 

Trinity Sunday is eight weeks after Easter. 

Precedence of Festivals and Days 



I. The following days shall 
be observed invariably as ap- 
pointed in the Calendar. A Day 
or Festival concurring with any 
of these here noted may be ob- 
served the first open day there- 
after. 



Greater Festivals and Days: 

The Sundays of Advent. 
The Nativity. 
The Circumcision. 
The Epiphany. 
The Transfiguration. 



492 



GENERAL RUBRICS 



Precedence of Festivals and Days 



Greater Festivals and Days: 

Septuagesima. 

Sexagesima. 

Quin quagesima . 

Ash Wednesday. 

The Sundays in Lent. 

The Days of Holy Week. 

Easter Day and the Day fol- 
lowing. 

The Ascension and the Sun- 
day following. 

Pentecost and the Day fol- 
lowing. 

The Festival of the Holy 
Trinity. 

Reformation. 



II. When a Lesser Festival 
falls on a Sunday not noted in 
Rubric I, the Introit, Collect, 
Epistle, Gradual, and Gospel, for 
the Festival shall be used, and 
the Collect for the Sunday shall 
be said after the Collect for the 
Day. 

Lesser Festivals: 

All Apostles', Evangelists', 
and Martyrs' Days. 

The Presentation, the Visita- 
tion and the Annunciation. 

St. Michael and All Angels. 

All Saints' Day. 



The Easter Table 
A Table of the Days on which Easter will fall from 1918-2005 



1918. March 31 


1940. 


March 24 


1962. 


April 22 


1984. 


April 22 


1919. April 20 


1941. 


April 


13 


1963. 


" 14 


1985. 


7 


1920. " 4 


1942. 


a 


5 


1964. 


March 29 


1986. 


March 30 


1921. March 27 


1943. 


a 


25 


1965. 


April 18 


1987. 


April 19 


1922. April 16 


1944. 


a 


9 


1966. 


" 10 


1988. 


3 


1923. " 1 


1945. 


a 


1 


1967. 


March 26 


1989. 


March 26 


1924. " 20 


1946. 


it 


21 


1968. 


April 14 


1990. 


April 15 


1925. " 12 


1947. 


a 


6 


1969. 


6 


1991. 


March 31 


1926. " 4 


1948. 


March 28 


1970. 


March 29 


1992. 


April 19 


1927. " 17 


1949. 


April 


17 


1971. 


April 11 


1993. 


" 11 


1928. " 8 


1950. 


tt 


9 


1972. 


2 


1994. 


3 


1929. March 31 


1951. 


March 25 


1973. 


" 22 


1995. 


" 16 


1930. April 20 


1952. 


April 


13 


1974. 


" 14 


1996. 


7 


1931. " 5 


1953. 


a 


5 


1975. 


March 30 


1997. 


March 30 


1932. March 27 


1954. 


a 


18 


1976. 


April 18 


1998. 


April 12 


1933. April 16 


1955. 


a 


10 


1977. 


" 10 


1999. 


4 


1934. " 1 


1956. 


tt 


1 


1978. 


March 26 


2000. 


" 23 


1935. " 21 


1957. 


a 


21 


1979. 


April 15 


2001. 


" 15 


1936. " 12 


1958. 


a 


6 


1980. 


6 


2002. 


March 31 


1937. March 28 


1959. 


March 29 


1981. 


" 19 


2003. 


April 20 


1938. April 17 


1960. 


April 


17 


1982. 


" 11 


2004. 


11 


1939. " 9 


1961. 


a 


2 


1983. 


3 


2005. 


March 27 





GENERAL RUBRICS 




493 


The Moveable Festival Table According to the 


SEVERAL 




Days upon which Easter may Fall: 




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Easter. 


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in 


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Mar. 22 1 


Jan. 18 


Feb. 4 


April 30 


May 


10 


27 


Nov. 29 


23. 1 


19 


a e 
O 


May 1 


a 


11 


27 


30 


24 1 


20 


6 


2 


it 


12 


27 


Dec. 1 


25| 2 


21 


7 


3 


a 


13 


27 


2 


26 2 


22 


8 


4 


a 


14 


27 


3 


27| 2 


23 


9 


5 


a 


15 


26 


Nov. 27 


28 2 


24 


10 


6 


a 


16 


26 


28 


29 2 


25 


11 


7 


C( 


17 


26 


29 


30 2 


26 


" 12 


8 


£< 


18 


26 


30 


31 2 


27 


13 


9 


« 


19 


26 


Dec. 1 


April 1 3 


28 


14 


10 


C< 


20 


26 


" • 2 


2 


3 


29 


15 


11 


a 


21 


26 


3 


3 


3 


" 30 


16 


12 


a 


22 


25 


Nov. 27 


4 


3 


31 


17 


13 


a 


23 


25 


r 28 


5 


3 


Feb. 1 


18 


14 


a 


24 


25 


" 29 


6 3 


2 


19 


15 


a 


25 


25 


" 30 


7 


3 


3 


20 


16 


a 


26 


25 


Dec. 1 


8 


4 


4 


21 


17 


a 


27 


25 


2 


9 


4 


5 


22 


18 


a 


28 


25 


3 


10 4 


6 


23 


19 


a 


29 


24 


Nov. 27 


11! 4 


7 


24 


20 


" 


30 


24 


28 


12 4 


8 


25 


21 


ti 


31 


24 


" 29 


13; 4 


9 


26 


22 


June 


"i 


24 


" 30 


14 


4 


10 


27 


23 


a 


2 


24 


Dec. 1 


15 


5 


11 


" '28 


24 


a 


3 


24 


2 


16 5 


12 


Mar. 1 


25 


tt 


4 


24 


3 


17 


5 


13 


2 


26 


a 


5 


23 


Nov. 27 


18 


5 


14 


3 


27 


a 


6 


23 


28 


19 


5 


15 


4 


28 


tt 


7 


23 


29 


20 


5 


16 


5 


29 


tt 


8 


23 


" 30 


21 


5 


17 


6 


30 


a 


4) 


23 


Dec. 1 


22 


6 


18 


7 


31 


a 


10 


23 


2 


23 


6 


19 


8 


June 1 


a 


11 


23 


3 


24 


6 


20 


9 


2 


a 


12 


22 


Nov. 27 


25 


6 


21 


10 


3 


a 


13 


22 


28 


* In a Leap "V 


r ear, the number of Sundays after Epiphany i 


s the same 


as if Easier 


had fallen one e 


ay later than it really does; and Septuagesima Sund 


iy and Ash 


Wednesday fall < 


me day later than that given in the Table, 


unless the 


Table gives 


some day in Mar 


ch for Ash Wednesday; for in that case the day in the Tj 


ible is right. 



494 



GENERAL RUBRICS 



VII. EPISTLES AND GOSPELS 



Day. 



Sundays in Advent: 

1 

2 

3 

4 

Christmas Day, . . . . 



2 Christmas Day, 

Sunday after Christmas, . . 

New Year's Day, 

2 Sunday after Christmas, 

Epiphany, 

Sundays after Epiphany: 

1 

2 

3 

4 

5 

6 

Septuagesima Sunday, . . . 

Sexagesima Sunday, 

Quinquagesima Sunday, . . 

Ash Wednesday , 

Sundays in Lent: 

1 Invocavit, 

2 Reminiscere, 

3 Oculi, 

4 Laetare, 

5 Judica, 

6 Palmarum, 

Monday in Holy Week, . . 

Tuesday, 

Wednesday, 

Thursday, 

Good Friday, 

Easter Sunday, 

Monday, 

Sundays after Easter: 

1 Quasimodogeniti, .... 

2 Misericordias, 



Epistle. 



Rom 13:11-14 

Rom 15:4-13 

1 Cor 4:1-5 

Phil 4:4-7 

Titus 2:11-14 

Isa 9:2-7 

Titus 3:4-7 

Gal 4:1-7 

Gal 3:23-29 

1 Peter. . .4:12-19 
Isa 60:1-6 

Rom !. 12:1-5 

Rom 12:6-16« 

Rom 12:16-21 b 

Rom 13:8-10 

Col 3:12-17 

2 Peter. . .1:16-21 

1 Cor. .9:24—10:5 

2 Cor. 11:19—12:9 

1 Cor 13:1-13 

Joel 2:12-19 

2 Cor 6:1-10 

IThess 4:1-7 

Eph 5:1-9 

Gal 4:21-31 

Heb ,9:11-15 

Phil 2:5-11 

Isa 50:5-10 

Jer 11:18-20 

Isa.... 62:11— 63:7 
1 Cor.. . .11:23-32 
Isa... 52:13- 53:12 

1 Cor 5:6-8 

Acts.. ...10:34-41 

1 John 5:4-12 

1 Peter. ..2:21-25 



Gospel. 



Matt 21:1-9 

Luke 21:25-36 

Matt 11:2-10 

John 1:19-28 

Luke 2:1-14 

Luke 2:15-20 

Luke 2:33-40 

Luke 2:21 

Matt 2:13-23 

Matt 2:1-12 

Luke 2:41-52 

John 2:1-11 

Matt 8:1-13 

Matt 8:23-27 

Matt 13:24-30 

Matt 17:1-9 

Matt 20:1-16 

Luke 8:4-15 

Luke. ...18:31-43 
Matt 6:16-21 

Matt 4:1-11 

Matt 15:21-28 

Luke 11:14-28 

John 6:1-15 

John 8:46-59 

Matt 21:1-9 

John 12:1-23 

John 12:24-43 

Luke .22:1—23:42 

John 13:1-15 

John.. 18:1—19:42 

Mark 16:1-8 

Luke.... 24:13-35 

John 20:19-31 

John.... 10:11-16 



a End: "men of low estate." 

6 Begin: "Be not wise in your own conceits." 



GENERAL RUBRICS 


495 


EPISTLES AND GOSPELS— Continued 


Day. 


Epistle. 


Gospel. 


Sundays after Easter: 
3 Jubilate, 


1 Peter. . .2:11-20 

James 1:16-21 

James 1 :22-27 

Acts 1:1-11 

1 Peter 4:7-11* 

Acts 2:1-13 

Acts 10:42-48<* 

Rom 11:33-36 

1 John... .4:16-21* 
1 John.. ..3:13-18 

1 Peter 5:6-11 

Rom 8:18-23 

1 Peter 3:8-15/ 

Rom 6:3-11 

Rom 6:19-23 

Rom 8:12-17 

1 Cor 10:6-13 

1 Cor 12:1-11 

1 Cor 15:1-10 

2 Cor 3:4-11 

Gal 3:15-22 

Gal 5:16-24 

Gal 5:25—6:10 

Eph 3:13-21 

Eph 4:1-6 

1 Cor 1:4-9 

Eph 4:22-28 

Eph 5:15-21 

Eph 6:10-17 

Phil 1:3-11 

Phil 3:17-21 

Col 1 :9-14 

1 Thess.. .4:13-18 


John . 
John. 
John . 
Mark. 
John. . 
John. 
John . 
John. 

Luke. 

Luke. 

Luke. 

Luke. 

Luke. 

Matt. . 

Mark. 

Matt. . 

Luke. 

Luke. 

Luke. 

Mark. 

Luke. 

Luke . 

Matt. . 

Luke. 

Luke. 

Matt. . 

Matt. . 

Matt. . 

John. 

Matt.. 

Matt.. 

Matt.. 

Matt.. 


. .16:16-23" 
. . .16:5-15 
. .16:23-30 
...16:14-20 6 
15:26—16:4 
. .14:23-31 
...3:16-21 
....3:1-15 

...16:19-31 
. ..14:16-24 
. ...15:1-10 
. ...6:36-42 

5:1-11 

....5:20-26 

8:1-9 

...7:15-23 

16:1-9 

. ..19:41-48 
. ...18:9-14 
....7:31-37 
. ..10:23-37 
. ..17:11-19 

....6:24-34 
. ...7:11-17 
. ...14:1-11 
...22:34-46 

9:1-8 

....22:1-14 

. . .4:46-540 
...18:23-35 
...22:15-22 
....9:18-26 
...24:15-28 


4 Cantate 


5 Roqate 


Ascension Day, 


Su?iday after Ascension, . . . 
Whitsundau, 


.... Monday, 


Trinity Sunday, 


Sujidays after Trinity: 
1 


2 


3 


4 


5 .. 


6 


7 


8 


9 


10 .. 


11 .. . 


12 


13 


14 


15 


16 


17 


18 


19 


20 


21 


22 


23 


24 


25 .. 




a End: "ye shall ask me nothing." 

c Begin: "Be ye therefore sober." 
d End: "in the name of the Lord." 

/End: "sanctify the Lord God in your hearts." 



496 



GENERAL RUBRICS 



EPISTLES AND GOSPELS— Concluded 



Day. 


Epistle. 


Gospel. 


Sundays after Trinity: 










26 


(2 Peter. 3:3-14, or 
\2 Thess.. . .1:3-10 


Watt... 


. .25:31-46 






27 . . . 


1 Thess. 
Eph. . . . 


. . .5:1-11 
. . . . 1 :3-6 


Matt. . 
John. . 


. .25:1-13 


St. Thomas, Apostle, 


.20:24-31 


St. Stephen, Martyr, 


Acts. . . . 


6:8—7:60 


Matt.. 


.23:34-39 


St. John, Apostle, 


1 John. 


. . .1:1-10 


John . . 


..21:19-24 


Conversion of St. Paul, . . . 


Acts . . . 


...9:1-22 


Matt. . 


.19:27-30 


The Presentation of Christ, 


Mai.... 


....3:1-4 


Luke. . 


. . .2:22-32 


St. Matthias, Apostle, .... 


Acts . . . 


. .1:15-26 


Matt. . 


. .11:25-30 


The Annnciation, 


Isa 


. .7:10-16 


Luke. . 


...1:26-38 


St. Mark, Evangelist, 


Eph. . . . 


...4:7-13 


John. . 


. ..15:1-11 


Sts. Philip & James, Apos., 


Eph. . . . 


..2:19-22 


John. . 


. . . 14d-14 


St. John the Baptist, 


Isa 


...40:1-5 


Luke. . 


...1:57-80 




Acts. . . . 


..12:1-11 


Matt... 


. .16:13-20 


The Visitation, 


Isa 

Rom. . . 


...11:1-5 

. .8:28-39 


Luke. . 
Matt... 


... 1 :39-56 


St. James the Elder, Apos., . 


..20:20-33 




2 Cor. . . 


. ..4:7-10 


Luke. . 


. .22:24-30 


St. Matthew, Apostle, 


Eph. . . . 


. .4:7-14 


Matt. . 


.. ..9:9-13 


St. Michael and All Angels, 


Rev 


..12:7-12 


Matt... 


...18:1-11 


St. Luke, Evangelist, 


2 Tim... 


. ..4:5-11 


Luke. . 


....10:1-9 


Sts. Simon & Jude, Apos., 


1 Peter. 


1:3-9 


John. . 


. .15:17-21 


The Reformation, 


Gal 


. .2:16-21 


John. . 


. . .8:31-36 


All Saints' Day, 


Rev 

Rom. . . . 


...7:2-17 
.10:10-18 


Matt.. 
Matt. . 


...5:1-12 


St. Andrew, Apostle, 


...4:18-22 



GENERAL RUBRICS 



497 



VIII. SCRIPTURE LESSONS FOR MATINS AND VESPERS 



A. 



Day. 



Sims, in Advent: 

1 

2 

3 

4 

Christmas Day, . . . . 

2 Christ. Day, . . . . 
Su?i. after Christ., . . 
New Years Eve, . . . 
New Years Day, . . . 

2 S. aft. Christ., . . 

Epiphany 

Suns. aft. Epiph.: 

1. . . v 

2 

3 

4 



Old Testament Epistle. 



o 

6 

Septuagesima, 

Sexagesima, 

Quinquagesima, . . . 
Ash Wednesday, . . 
Sundays in Lent: 

1. Invocavit,. . . . . 

2. Reminiscere, . . 

3. Oculi, 

4. Laetare, 

5. Judica, 

6. Palmarum, . . . 
Holy Thursday, . . 

Good Friday, 

Easter Sunday, . . . 

Monday, . . 
Suns, after Easter: 

1. Quasimodo 

2 . Mise rico rdias, , 

3. Jubilate, 

4. Cantate, 

5. Rogate, 



Ascension Day, . . . 
Sun. after A seen., 



Jer... 33:14-18 
Micah.. .4:1-7 

Mai 3:1-6 

Isa 40:1-8 

Isa.. . .7:10-14 
Micah... 5:2-4 

Isa 11:1-5 

Isa.... 63:7-1 8 
Isa.. ..55:1-13 

Isa 42:1-9 

Isa 49:1-7 

Isa 61:1-3 

Deut. 18:15-19 

Jer 33:6-9 

Isa 43:1-3 

Jer.. . .17:5-10 
Isa.. .61:10, 11 

Jer 1 :4-10 

Isa.. .55:10-13 

Isa 35:3-7 

Isa.. .59:12-21 

Gen.. . .3:1-24 
Isa.. .45:20-25 
2 Sam. 22:1-7 
Isa.. . .49:8-13 

.12:1-3 
..9:9,10 

12:1-14 

Isa 50:6-9 

Isa.. .52:13-15 
Hos 13:14 



Gen. . 
Zech. 
Ex... 



Job. .19:25-27 
Ezek..34:ll-16 
Lam. ..3:18-26 

Isa 12:1-6 

Jer.. .29:11-14 

Isa 57:15 

Ezek.. 36:25-27 



Col. ...1:12-23 
Rom... .2:1-16 
Rom... 1:16-25 
Heb.. 12:15-29 
Heb.. . .1:1-12 
1 John.4: 7-16 
Heb.. . .2:9-16 
1 Pet... 1:22-25 
James. 4:13-17 
Rom... 3:19-22 
Rom... 3:23-31 

Eph 6:1-4 

Eph... 5:21-33 
Heb... 11:1-16 
Rom... 4:16-25 

1 Cor. ..3:3-23 

2 Cor 4:5,6 

Acts ..17:22-34 
2Tim.3:10-4:5 
1 Pet.. 3:18-22 

1 John. .1:5-10 

James. . 1:2-15 
James. 5:13-20 
Rev 2:1-7 

2 Pet.. .1:2-11 
1 Cor. .1:21-31 
Heb... 12:1-11 
1 Cor.l0:16, 17 
Rev.. . .5:6-10 
1 Pet.. .1:3-12 
1 Cor.15 .12-20 

1 Pet.. 1:17-2:3 
Heb. 13:20, 21 
Heb.. .4:14-16 

2 Cor. .5:14-21 
Rom... 8:24-28 
Eph.. . .1:3-14 
Rom... 8:29-39 



Gospel. 



Luke. 
Luke. 
Luke. 
Luke. 
John. 
John. 
Luke. 
Luke. 
Luke. 
Matt. 
Matt. 



. .1:1-25 
. 1 :26-35 
. 1 :39-56 
. 1 :67-80 
. .1:1-14 
.1:15-18 
.2:22-32 
.13:6-10 
.4:16-21 
.3:1-12 
3:13-17 



Mark 

Luke 

Luke 

Matt 

Matt 

Matt 

Matt. 

Mark. 

John. 

Luke. 

Luke . 
Mark 
John. 
John. 
Matt . 
Mark. 
Luke. 
Matt . 
Matt . 
John. 



.10:13-16 
..19:1-10 
..17:5-10 
.14:22-33 
.13:44-52 
.11:25-27 
.25:14-30 
..4:26-32 
12:23-36 
.6:20-49 

22:24-32 
..9:17-29 
.8:42-51 
.6:36-51 
10:32-42 
..14:3-9 
22:14-20 
27:33-54 
..28:1-8 
.20:1-18 



John. 21:15-19 
John. 10:22-30 
John. .14:1-11 
John. .8:21-36 
John. .17:1-19 
Luke .24:46-53 
John. 17:20-26 



498 



GENERAL RUBRICS 



A. 

(Continued) 



Day. 

Whitsunday, .... 

Monday, .... 

Trinity Sunday, . 

Suns. aft. Trinity 

1 

2 

3 

4 

5 

6 

7 

8 

9 

10. 

11 

12 

13 

14 

15 , ... 

16.. 

17 

18 

19 

20 

21 

22 

23 

24 

25 

26 

27... 

Harvest Festival, . 
Thanksgiving, . . . 
The Reformation, 
Humiliation, 



Old Testament 



Joel... 2:28-32 
Isa.. .32:14-20 
Ezek.. 18:30-32 

Jer. ...9:23,24 

Isa 25:6-9 

Micah 7:18-20 
Isa.. . .58:6-12 
Jer... 16:14-21 

Ex 20:1-17 

Jer.. .31:23-25 
Jer... 15: 19-21 
1 Ch.. 29:10-13 

Jer 7:1-7 

2Sam.22:21-29 
Isa... 29:18, 19 
Lev.. . .18:1-5 
Jer.. .17:13.14 
Deut.. . .6:4-7 
Deut. 32:39, 40 

1 Sam. 2:1-10 
Deut. 10:12-21 
Isa... 44:21-23 

Isa 65:1,2 

Hos 13:14 

Deut. . .7:9-11 

Isa 32:1-8 

Isa.. ..51:9-16 
Isa.. .49:12-17 
Isa.. . .40:9-11 
Isa.. .65:17-19 
Deut. 26:1-11 
Lam. ..3:22-25 

2 Ch..29:12-19 
Dan.... 9:3-1 9 



Epistle. 



Eph.. . .4:7-16 
Acts. ..2:42-47 
2 Cor.... 13:14 

1 Tim. ..6:6-19 
Rev.. .3:14-22 
Acts.... 9:1-18 
Rom... 14:7-17 

1 Pet... 2:4-10 
Eph.. . .2:4-10 
Acts. ..14:8-23 
Acts. .20:17-38 

2 Tim.. .1:3-14 
Heb.... 3:7-15 
Rom... 10:4-18 
James. .3:1-12 
1 Tim. ..1:5-17 
Acts ....3:1-10 
Acts. ..8:26-39 
1 Cor.l5:21-28 
Jude .... 20-25 
1 John. ..3:1-8 

1 Cor.l2:12-27 
Rom.. 11:25-32 
Rev.... 3:7-13 
Eph.. .4:30-32 
Rom... .13:1-7 

2 Cor... 5:1-10 
2 Pet.. .3:3-15 

.4:9-13 
.21:1-7 



Heb. 
Rev. 



James. 1:17, 18 

Gal 6:7-10 

Gal.... 2:16-21 
Heb... 10 .1-31 



Gospel. 



John. 14:15-21 
John. . .4:5-26 
Matt .28:18-20 



Luke 

Luke 

Luke 

Matt 

Matt 

Matt 

Matt 

Matt 

Luke 

Matt 

Luke 

Matt 

Matt 

John. 

Luke. 

John. 

Mark. 

John. 

John. 

Matt. 

John. 

Matt. 

Mark. 

John. 

Luke. 

Matt . 

Matt . 

Luke. 

Luke. 

John. 

Matt. 



.12:13-21 

.14:25-35 

.15:11-32 

..5:43-48 

.16:13-26 

.19:16-30 

.10:24-31 

..7:22-29 

.12:32-48 

.11:16-24 

..7:36-50 

.12:31-42 

.20:20-28 

. .5:1-15 

10:38-42 

11:19-45 

.2:18-28 

.15:1-17 

.1:35-51 

21:28-44 

.4:31-42 

.18:1-20 

12:41-44 

.5:17-29 

17:20-33 

11:25-30 

.5:13-16 

12:13-21 

17:11-19 

.2:13-17 

. .3:1-12 



GENERAL RUBRICS 499 


Day. 


Old Testament 


Epistle. 


Gospel. 


Suns, in Advent. 








1 


Isa 61:1-3 

Mai 4:1-6 

Isa.. ..40:1-10 


Rev 1:4-8 

1 Tim.. 6 .11-16 
Rom... 2:12-16 


Luke.. 1:68-79 
Luke .17:20-30 
Matt. .3:1-12 


2 


3..... 


4 


Isa 2:2-5 


1 Cor. .1:26-29 


Luke.. 1:46-55 


Christmas Day, .... 


Isa .9:6,7 


Heb 1:1-6 


Luke... 2:1-14 


2 Christ Day,.. . . 


Micah... 5:2-6 


1 John.. .1:1-4 


John. ..1:1-18 


Sun. aft. Christ.,. . . 


Isa.. . .63:7-17 


2 Tim.... 4:3-8 


Luke.. 2:22-32 


New Year's Eve,. . . 


Psalm 90 


Heb.. .13:7-21 


Luke... 13:6-9 


New Year's Day, . . 


Isa.. .40:26-31 


1 Pet... 2:1-10 


Luke.. 4:16-21 


2 Sun. aft. Christ.. . 


Gen.. . .11:1-9 


Rom... .7:7-25 




Epiphany, 


Isa 49:1-9 


1 John. .3:1-6 


Matt.. 3:13-17 


Suns. aft. Epiph.: 








1 


Deut.. . .6:1-9 

Isa 8:20-22 

Num .24:10-17 
Isa.. ..51:1-12 
Jer.. . .18:1-10 


Rom.. 10:12-21 
Rom... 10:1-12 

Rom 5:1-5 

1 John. .1*5-10 
1 John.. 4:7-17 
1 Pet.. .1:3-11 


John. .1:36-51 
Luke.. 4:14-22 
Matt .11:25-30 
John. .8:12-16 
John. .6:26-35 
Luke.. .7:1-10 


2 


3 


4 


5 


6. (Transfiq.), .... 


Septuagesima, 


Dan... 5:17-30 


2 Pet.. .1:3-11 


John. .7:14-17 


Sexagesima, 


Isa 25:1-9 


2 Pet.. 1:16-21 


Matt... 27: 1-9 


Quinquagesima, . . . . 


Jer.. . .8:19-22 


1 Cor. .1:18-24 


Mark.l0:32-45 


Sundays in Lent: 








1 . Invocavit, 


Jer.. . .2:17-19 


Heb.. 12:14-17 


Matt .11:20-24 


2. Reminiscere, . . . 


Ex.. .14:13-31 


Heb... 2:10-15 


John. .8:21-30 


3. Oculi, 


Gen.. .22:1-19 


Heb.... 5:7-10 


John. 10:24-33 


4. Laetare, 


Isa 42:1-8 


Heb.. .10:1-14 


John. 11:47-57 


5. Judica, 


Num.. .21:4-9 


Heb.. .7:24-27 


John. 12:23-33 


6. Palmarum, .... 


Zech.... 9:8-12 


Heb.. ..12:1-6 


John. .12:1-19 


Holy Thursday,. . . . 


Ex.. . .12:1-14 


1 Cor. 11:23-32 


John. .13:1-17 


Good Friday, 


Isa 53:1-7 


Heb. .10:19-22 


John. .19:1-18 


Easter Day, 


Isa.. . .53:8-12 


1 Pet 1:3-9 


Matt 28 


Monday,.. . . 


Isa.. .26:13-21 


1 Cor.l5:12-22 


John. 20:11-18 


Suns, after Easter: 








1. Quasimodo., . . . 


Gen.. 32:22-31 


1 John. ..4:1-6 


John. 21:15-24 


2. Misericordias,. . 


Ezek..34:ll-16 


Rev 2:1-5 


John. .21:1-14 


3. Jubilate, 


Isa.. .61:10, 11 


Rev ?:l-6 


John. .10:1-10 


4. Cantate, 


Isa 5:1-7 


Rev.. .3:7-11 


John. .15:1-11 


5. Rogate, 


Isa.. . .54:7-13 


Rev.. .3:14-22 


John. 14:13-21 


Ascension Day,. . . . 


Psalm 110 


Eph.. .1:15-23 


Luke .24:50-53 


Sun. aft. Ascen., . . . 


Isa 64:1,2 


1 John.3: 19-24 


John. .14:1-12 


Whitsunday, 


Isa 44:1-6 


Heb.. ..8:8-11 


John. .7:37-39 


Monday, 


Ezek..30:22-28 


Acts. ..2:22-39 


John.. 4: 19-24 





500 



GENERAL RUBRICS 



B. 

(Continued) 



Day. 


Old Testament 


Epistle. 


Gospel. 


Trinity Sunday, . . . 
Suns. aft. Trinity: 
1 


Isa 6:3-7 

Gen.. ..12:1-4 
Gen.. ..15:1-6 
Gen.. ..17:1-9 
Gen.. 18:20-33 
Gen.. 19:15-26 
Gen.. .25:7-10 
Gen.. 28: 10-22 

Ex 3:1-14 

Ex 17:1-7 

Num. ..32:1-15 
1 Sam. ..7:5-12 

1 Sam. 16:1-13 

2 6am. 12:1-10 
Prov.. 4:14-23 
1 Kgs..l7:l-16 
lKgs.l7:17-24 
Prov... 16:1-9 
Jer.. ..17:5-10 
1 Kgs.. 19:1-18 
lKgs.21:17-25 
Isa.. .30:15-19 
Zeph.. .3:14-20 

Hag 2:1-9 

Isa 63:1-9 

Isa.. .35:3-10 


1 Cor. .12:4-13 

Acts... 2:42-47 
Acts.... 3:1-10 
Acts.... 4:1-12 
Acts... 8:26-38 
Acts... .9:1-19 
Acts. ..14:8-18 
Acts. .16:22-33 
Acts. .16:12-15 
Acts. .24:22-26 
Acts... 7:54-60 
Acts. .17:15-34 
Acts. .19:23-41 
Acts. .20:17-38 
Eph... 2:19-22 
Eph.... 4:8-16 

1 Thes.5:14-24 
James. 3:13-18 

2 Cor... 7:6-10 
2 Thes. .3:5-12 

Eph 6:1-9 

2 Cor... 8:1-12 
James. .5:7-11 
Col 3:1-4 

1 Thes. .5:1-11 

2 Thes. .2:1-12 
Rev.. .7:9-17 
Rev.. . .21:1-7 

Gal 6:7-10 

2 Cor... 9:6-15 
1 Pet.. 1:22-25 
Heb.. 12:12-15 


Matt .28:18-20 
Mark. .4 :26-29 


2 


Matt... 9:9-13 


3 


Matt 5:1-6 


4 


Matt... 5:7-1 2 


5 


Matt.. 7:24-29 


6 


Matt .19:16-26 


7 


Matt .13:44-46 


8 


Mark. .8:34-38 


9 


Matt .14:22-34 


10 


Matt .23:34-39 


11 


Matt .16:13-20 


12 


Matt .13:31-45 


13. 


Matt.. 5:13-19 


14 


Matt .10:16-22 


15 


Luke.. 11:5-13 


16 


Matt .25:14-30 


17 


Luke. 10:38-42 


18 


Luke.. 7:36-50 


19 


Matt.. 12:1-13 


20 


Luke.. 19:1-10 


21 


Luke .12:15-21 


22 


Luke. 10:17-22 


23 


Luke. 13:23-30 


24 


Matt.. 24:1-14 


25 


John. 11:21-27 


26 


John. .5:19-29 


27 




Luke .12:35-46 


Harvest, 


Deut.. .26:1-11 

Isa 63:7-9 

2 Ch..29:12-19 
Dan.. . .9:3-19 


Luke. 12:22-31 


Thanksgiving, 

The Reformation, . . 
Humiliation, 


Luke.. 1:68-75 
John.. 6:67-71 
Luke... 13:1-5 



GENERAL RUBRICS 



501 



C. 



Day. 



Suns. aft. Epiph.: 
1 



Old Testament 



Suns, in Advent: 
1 



Christmas Day, 
2 Christ. Day 
Sun. aft. Christ., 
New Year's Day, 
Epiphany, 




/Psalm 67 

\Psalm 33 

/l Kgs.. 19:1-18 
\Isa.. .42:1-12 

Psalm 122 

Deut. 18:15-22 

Isa 61:1-7 

Psalm 93 

Jer 24 

Ex 3:1-15 



Septuagesima, Ex 19:3-8 

Sexagesima, j Amos. ..8:1-12 

Quinquagesima, .... Jer 8:4-12 



Sundays in Lent: 
1. Invocacit 



2. Reminiscere, 



Jer.. . .17:5-14 
Psalm 130 



Epistle. 



Rev 1:4-8 

Rom... 2:12-24 
Rev 2:1-7 



Rom. 
Rev. 



3:1-18 
3:1-13 
Rom.. 10:1 1-18; 
Rev.. .3:14-22 
Rom.li:16-32 
1 John. ..4:1-6 

1 Tim..3:14-16 
Rom... 8:28-39 
Heb.... 2:3-18 
Jude.... 17-25 

2 Cor... 1:3-20 

1 Tim.. 6:13-19 

Eph.. ..2:1-12 
Col. ...1:19-29 





Heb. 4:14—5:9 

1 John. .3:7-12 
Rom.. 3:19-31 

2 Cor... 7:1-12 



John. 
Matt 

Luke 
Matt 



.6:32-39 

.8:12-19 
23:34-39 

.4:16-21 
.3:13-17 




22:31-44 
:45-62 



502 



GENERAL RUBRICS 



C. 

(Continued) 



Day. 



Old Testament 



Sundays in Lent: 
3. Oculi, 



4. Laetare, 

5. Judica, 



6. Palmarum, 
Holy Thursday, 
Good Friday, . . 



Easter Day, 

Monday,.. . . 
Suns, after Easter: 

1. Quasimodo.,. . . , 

2. Misericordias,. . 

3. Jubilate, 

4. Cantate, 

5. Rogate, 

Ascension Day, 
Sun. after Ascen., . . 
Whitsunday, 

Monday,.. 

Trinity Sunday, . . . 

Suns. aft. Trinity: 
1 



Jer.... 26:1-15 
Mai.. . .2:1-10 

Psalm 2 

Jer.. ..18:1-14 



/Micah...6:l-8 

\Psalm 22 

/Ps... 118:14-29 
\Ezek.. .37:9-14 

Psalm 16 

Isa 25:1-8 

Isa.... 52:1-10 

Ezek..34:ll-16 
Psalm... ...23 

Isa... 57:1 1-21 

Ps... 102:1 1-28 

/Gen.. 14:14-20 
\Psalm 110 

Psalm 42 

/Isa 62 

Ezek.. 36:22-28 
Isa.. . .54:7-13 
Jer.. .31:31-34 

Isa 6:1-8 

Isa.. .48:10-22 

Deut.... 6:1-15 
Prov.. .9:1-11 



Epistle. 



Heb.. .12:1-13 
2 Cor. .6:11-18 
1 Pet.. 1:17-25 
Heb.. .7:11-28 
Rom... 5 .12-21 

Col 2:6-15 

Gal.... 2:16-21 
\l Tim.. 1:12-17 

1 Cor.l0:14-21 

2 Cor. .5:14-21 
1 John.. .2:1-6 
1 Cor.l5:12-28 
Rev.. . .5:1-14 
1 Cor. 15:35-58 
Acts. .13:26-41 

1 Pet... 1:3-16 

2 Cor. .5:1-10 
1 Pet.. 4 .12-19 
Rom. .14:6-13 

1 John.. .3:1-6 

2 Tim... 1:3-14 
2 Tim... 2:8-13 
2 Tim.. 2:14-23 
1 Tim.... 2:1-6 

\l Thes.5:14-25 
Heb9:24-10:14 

1 Pet.. 3: 15-22 

/Col 3:1-11 

\ James. .1:2-11 

Eph. ... 1 :3-23 
Acts... 8:14-25 
Eph.. .2:13-22 
Acts... .19:1-8 
Acts... 2:33-47 

2 Cor. .13:1-13 

/Acts... 4:32-37 
1 James. . .5:1-7 
/Acts.... 5:1-11 
\James. .2:1-13 



Gospel. 



Luke .22:63-71 

Matt.. 27:1-10 

Watt .27:11-31 



Luke .23:26-38 
John. .6:47-58 
Luke .23:39^49 

Ijohn. .20:1-10 

John. 20:11-18 




..5:1-10 
.5:27-41 



GENERAL RUBRICS 



503 



C. 

(Continued) 



Day. 



Old Testament Epistle. 



Suns. 
3... 



aft. Trinity: 



4. 

5 

6. 

7. 

8. 

9. 
10. 
11. 
12. 
13. 
14. 

15. 

16. 
17. 
18. 
19. 
20. 
21. 
22. 



T U L 1( T 1 r,ry /ActS. .. .3:1-16 

Josh " 24:14 - 27 \James. 2:14-23 

i a q i io /Acts... .4:8-31 

1 bam... 3:1-19 ^ petl:215 

, c ,~ . 1Q /Acts. ..5:17-42 

lSam - 16:1 - 13 j\Acts... 9:32-43 

i c oi i on J Acts... 8:26-38 
1 Sam .24:1-20^ 3^ 

1ir Q , I/Acts. .. .9:1-19 
lK ^ S - 3:o - 14 ^ Acts.. .10:1-33 



Jer.. .23:16-32 




Gospel. 



Luke. 15:11-32 
Matt.. 5:1 1-16 



Acts. .16:16-36 



\ Acts. ..12:1-17 
/Acts. .17:16-34 
2 Thes. .3:1-13 
Acts. .20:17-38 
Acts... 14:8-20 
1 Tim.. .6:6-12 
Acts. ..15:4-22 

James 3 

\ Acts... 16:9-15 

Prov t_ w J 1 Pet... 2:1-10 

Zi \\ Acts... 18:1-18 

J (2 Cor 4 



Psalm. .63:1-8 



) Acts. ..21:3-19 



[2 Cor... 8:1-15 
1 Kgs. . 17:1-16 \ Acts . . 21 :40— 

22:22 



5:17- 



Job. 

Psalm 138 { 

Lam. ..3:22-40 

Hos 14:1-9 

Psalm 1 

2 Sam .7:17-29 

Prov. ...2:1-15 

I 



/Heb.. 12:14-24 
/Acts... 23:1-17 
/Heb.. . .6:1-15 
Acts. ..24:1-25 
/Heb.. 10:22-39 
Acts. .26:13-32 

Col 4:2-9 

Rom.. 14:14-23 

1 Thes. .2:9-20 

/Acts. .28:17-31 

/Eph 6:1-9 

1 Cor.l2:12-27|/ 



^ Luke.. 7:36-50 

Mark.. 4:26-32 

Matt .19:16-26 

Matt. 10:32-42 

Matt .13:44-52 

JLuke. 12:49-56 

JMark.l2:41-44 

j John. .8:37-45 

| John. .9:24-41 

Watt .20:20-28 

fLuke. 12:15-23 

Luke.. 9:46-56 
Luke.. 9:57-62 
Matt. 12:30-37 
Luke... 18:1-8 
Matt.. 9:35-38 



Luke.. 19:1-10 



Heb.. .13:1-21\ T x QOQ Q , 
1 Cor. .9:13-23 /^hn. .8:23-36 



504 



GENERAL RUBRICS 



C. 

(Concluded) 



Day. 

Suns. aft. Trinity. 
23 

24 

25 

26 

27 

The Reformation, 

Humiliation, 

Annunciation, 

Presentation, 

St. John. Baptist,. 

Visitation, , 

St. Michael, 



Old Testament 



Psalm 126 

Eccl 7:3-9 

Psalm 39 

Mai.. .3:13-18 

Isa.. .65:12-19 

Ps... 119:29-52 
Psalm 46 

Psalm 85 

Psalm 2 

Isa 2:2-5 

/Mai 4:4-6 

\Isa.. . .40:9-31 
/Psalm. 89:1-21 

\ Psalm 145 

/Psalm 91 

\Psalm 103 



Epistle. 



/Heb.. ..4:1-13 
11 Tim.. .4:1-11 

j James 4 

\2 Tim.. .3:1-13 
/l John.2:12-29 
2 Thes. .2:1-17 
James . . 5 :7-20 
2 Cor. ..9:6-15 
Rev.. ..21:1-8 
2 Tim.... 4:1-8 

Gal 5:1-15 

1 Cor. .3:11-23 

Heb.. ..13:7-9 

Rom.... 2:1-11 

Rev.... 22:1-5, 

10-15 

Isa.. . .7:10-15 

Rom... 5:12-21 

/l John.. 1:1-10 

\1 John.. 2:7-11 

Isa 40:1-8 

1 Cor. .6:9-20 
Isa 11:1-5 

2 John. . .6-11 

Psalm 34 

Rev.. . .7:9-17 



Gospel. 




Luke 
Matt 



11:20-30 



..13:1-9 

.1:26-38 
27:11-31 



Matt .21:23-45 
Luke.. 1:57-80 



Luke 
Matt 
Matt 
Luke 



. 1 :39-56 
12:46-50 
.18:1-11 
10:16-20 



GENERAL RUBRICS 



505 



D. 



Day. 



Old Testament Epistle. 



1. Sun. in Advent. 



3 

4... 

Christmas Day, 
2 Christ. Day, 

Sun. aft. Christ. . . . 

New Year's Day, . . . 
2 Sun. aft. Christ.,. 
Epiphany, 

1. Sun. aft. Epiph., 

2 

3 

4 

5 

6 

Septuagesima, 

Sexagesima, 

Quinquagesima, 
Sundays in Lent: 
1 . Invocavit, 



Jer.. .31:31-34 

Mai 4:1-6 

Isa 40:1-8 

Deut. 18:15-19 

Isa 9:6,7 

Micah.. 5:1-3 



Heb.. 10:19-25 
2 Pet. . .1:3-11 



2 Tim. . 
1 John. 
1 John. 
Heb. . . 



.4:5-8 
. 1 :l-4 
.3:1-5 
.1:1-6 



Isa.. . .63:7-17 2 Cor... .5:1-9 



2. Reminiscere, 

3. Oculi, 

4. Laetare, 



5. Judica, 



Ps. . . 90 or 121 

Ps. ...73:25-28 

Isa 2:2-5; 

Psalm 122 

Isa 61:1-6 

2 Kgs... 5:1-19 

Psalm 93 

Ezek.. 33:10-16 

Ex 3:1-6 

Jer.. . .9:23,24 
Amos. .8:11, 12, 



Rom. .8:24-32 
James. 4:13-17 
2 Cor... .4:3-6 
2 Cor.6:14-7:l 

1 Cor. ..2:6-16 
Rom... 1:13-20 
Rom... .7:7-16 
Rom 8:1-9 

2 Cor. .3:12-18 
Phil.. 1:27— 2:4 
Phil.. .1:12-21 



Gospel. 



Jer 8:4-9 ! 1 Cor. .1:21-31 



Gen.. .22:1-14 



Ex.. .33:17-23 



Jer.. . .26:1-15 



Isa.. . .52:7-10! 



Heb.. .4:15, 16 
1 John.2:12-17 

1 Pet.. 1:13-16 

2 Cor. .7:4-10 



Num.... 21:4-91 1 Pet. . 1 :17-25 



6. Palmarum, .... Zech. . . .9:8-12 

Holy Thursday, .... Psalm Ill 

Good Friday, Ps 22:1-11 

Easter Day, Ps.. . 118:14-24 

Monday,... . Ps 16:8-11 

Suns. aft. Easter: 

1. Quasimodo.,. . . : Gen. .32:22-31 

2. Misericordias,. . Psalm 23 

3. Jubilate, j Isa. . .40:26-31 

4. Cantate, | Psalm 98 

5. Rogate, Isa. . . .55:6-11 

/Psalm 110 

Isa 49:13 



Ascension Day, . 



Heb.. . .12:1-6 

1 Cor.l0:16, 17 

2 Cor. .5:14-21 
1 Cor. 15:1 2- 20 
1 Cor. 15:54-58 

1 Pet.. ..1:3-9 
Eph. . . .2:4-10: 
1 John. .4:9-14 
.2:8-13! 



Luke 
Luke 
Matt 
John 
Matt 
John 

/ Luke 

\John 
Luke 
Matt 
Matt 

| John. 
John. 

j John. 

, John. 

: Matt 
John . 
Luke . 

. John. 

'/Mark, 

I \ John. 

/Matt , 
Luke. 
Luke. 
Luke 
Luke, 
Luke, 

j John . 

\Matt . 

[John . 

| \ Luke. 
John. 
Luke. 
Luke. 
Matt . 
John. 



John. 
John. 
John. 
John. 
Luke 



2 Tim 

1 Tim.... 2:1-6 

™ H{J£: 



. 1 :68-79 
17:20-30 
..13:1-11 
.1:15-18 
..1:18-23 
. .1:1-14 
..2:25-32 
12:35-41 
..4:16-21 
...16:1-4 
..3:13-17 
.1:35-42 
.1:43-51 
..4:5-14 
.4:31-42 
.7:24-29 
.5:39-47 
10:38-42 
11:20-27 
10:35-45 
11:47-57 
16:21-26 
22:39-46 
10:17-20 
22:54-62 
.9:51-56 
22:63-71 
.6:47-57 
27:15-31 
13:31-35 
23:27-34 
..12:1-8 
22:14-20 
23:39-46 
.28:1-10 
20:11-18 

21:15-19 
..14:1-6 
12:20-26 
.6:60-69 
.11:5-13 
24:50-53 
17:11-26 



506 



GENERAL RUBRICS 



D. 

(Continued) 



Day. 



Sun. aft. Ascension, 

Whitsunday, 

Monday, 

Trinity Sunday, . . . 

1. Sun. aft Trin.,. 



3. 

4. 

5. 

6. 

7. 

8. 

9. 
10. 
11. 

12. 

13. 
14. 
15. 
16. 
17. 
18. 
19. 
20. 
21. 



23 

24 

25 

26 

27 

Harvest, 

The Reformation, 
Humiliation, .... 
Annunciation, . . . 
Presentation, .... 
St. John Baptist,. 

Visitation, 

St. Michael, 

Dedication, 



Old Testament 



Psalm 42 

Ezek.. 36:22-28 

Isa 44:1-6 

(Isa 6:1-8 

\ Num.. .6:22-27 
Deut.. .6:4-13 
Prov.... 9:1-10 

Isa 12 

Isa... 65:17-25 
Lam. ..3:22-32 

Psalm 1 

Isa.. ..62:6-12 
Jer.. .23:16-19 
Prov.... 16:1-9 

Jer 7:1-11 

Dan.. .9:15-18 
Isa.. .20:18-21 
Zech. ...7:4-10 
Ps.... 50:14-23 
lKgs. .17:8-16 



Job 
Psalm 
2 Ch.. 
Psalm 
Prov. . 



5:17-26 
.75:4-7 
.1:7-12 
.32:1-7 
.,. .2:1-8 
2 Sam .7:17-29 
Prov..24:14-20 

Ps 85:8-13 

Ps 39:6-13 

Job 14:1-5 

Psalm 126 

Isa.. . .35:3-10 
Psalm.. 34:1-8 

Psalm 46 

Psalm 130 

Psalm 2 

Psalm. 96:1-10 
Isa.. ..54:7-10 
Psalm. .89:1-5 
Gen.. 28:10-22 
Psalm 84 



Epistle. 



Eph.. .1:15-23 
Eph.. .2:10-22 
Eph.. .4:11-16 
Eph.. .1:3-14 
2 Cor.l3:ll-13 
Acts. .4:32-35 
Rom... 10:1-15 
Acts. ...3:1-16 
Acts.... 4:1-12 
Acts... 5:34-42 
Acts... 8:26-38 
1 Tim.. .6:6-12 
Acts. .16:16-32 
Acts. .17:16-34 
Acts. .20:17-38 
Rom... 8:33-39 
Acts... 16:9-15 
1 Pet.. .2:1-10 

1 Tim.. 1:12-17 

2 Thes. .3:6-13 
Heb.. 12:18-24 
Heb.... 4:9-13 
James. 2:10-17 
James. 5:13-20 
Rom.... 14:1-9 

Eph 6:1-9 

Heb.. .13:1-9 
1 Tim... 4:4-11 

1 Thes. 5:14-24 
Heb.. 10:32-39 
Rev.. . .2:8-11 
Rev.. .7:9-17 

2 Cor. .9:6-11 
1 Cor. .3:11-23 
Heb.. 12:12-17 
Rom... 5:12-21 
1 John. .5:9-15 
Acts.... 19:1-7 
Rom.... 16:1-5 
Rev.. .5:11-14 
2Tim..3:14-17 



Gospel. 



John. 
John. 
John. 

JMatt . 

Matt. 
Matt. 
Luke. 
Matt. 
Luke. 
Matt. 
Mark. 
Matt. 
Matt. 
Matt. 
Luke. 
John. 
Mark, 
John. 
John. 
Matt. 
Matt. 
Mark. 
John. 
John. 
Mark. 
Luke. 
Matt. 
John. 
John. 
Luke. 
Luke. 
John. 
John. 
Matt. 



.7:33-39 
14:15-21 
.15:9-16 

28:16-20 

13:31-35 
..9:9-13 
15:11-32 
.5:13-16 
.9:18-26 
21:28-32 
.4:26-29 
12:46-50 
13:44-46 
23:34-39 
.7:36-50 
.8:31-36 
12:41-44 
.5:1-14 
.11:1-11 
11:25-30 
..12:1-8 
10:17-27 
.9:24-41 
.15:1-8 
10:13-16 
.9:57-62 
10:24-33 
10:23-30 
.5:19-29 
19:11-27 
12:35-43 
.6:34-39 
.2:13-17 
11:16-24 



The Tables, B, C, and D, are the Lectionaries of Thomasius, 
Hannover and Eisenach. 



GENERAL RUBRICS 



507 



IX. A TABLE OF LESSONS FOR MORNING AND EVENING 
THROUGHOUT THE YEAR 

The Lessons appointed for days between the Fourth Sunday in 
Advent and the First Sunday after Epiphany, are to be omitted when 
the days for which they are appointed do not occur. 

The Lessons appointed for the days from the Twentieth Sunday 
after Trinity to the end of the year are to be read in every year, 
and those appointed for the weeks before the Twentieth Sunday 
after Trinity are to be omitted so far as necessary to this end. 



Day Morning 


Evening 


Day 


Morning 


Evening 


1st Sunday in Advent. 


December. 


M. 


Mt.. 11:25-30 


Gen. 3:1-24 


27 (Jn. . .1:15-18 


Mic. . . .4:1-8 


T. 


Acts.. 3:19-26 


Gen. 9:1-19 


28 |Lk. . .2:15-20 


Is 32:1-8 


W. 


Col... 1:15-29 


Gen 22:1-19 


29 Lk. . .2:22-24 


Is.. . .46:5-13 


T. 


Heb.. . .1:1-4 


Gen.. 49:1-28 


30 Lk. . .2:25-32 


Is.. . .49:6-13 


F. 


Heb.. . .2:1-4 


Nu. 24:14-25 


31 Mt... 2:13-15 


Is.. . .55:1-13 


S. 


Eph.. .3:1-12 


Dt. .18:15-19 


* 


2d Sunday in Advent. 


January. 


M. 


Acts. 17:16-34 


1 Ch. 17:1-27 


2 


Mt.. .2:16-18 


Is.. . .42:1-12 


T. 


1 Jn.. .4:9-16 


2 Ch. 7:1 1-22 


3 


Mt.. .2:19-23 


Is.. . .61:1-11 


W. 


Col.. . .1:1-8 


Is.. ..11:1-10 


4 


Mt.. . .3:1-12 


Is 56:1-8 


T. 


Phil. 2:12-18 


Jer .. .23:1-8 


5 


Lk 3:1-9 


Is 12:1-6 


F. 


Phil. 3:12-16 


Jer .30:8-22 




S. 


Col... .3:1-11 


Jer.. 33:14-26 




3d Sunday in Advent. 


Epiphany. 


M. 


Heb. 10:35-39 


Is 2:1-5 


M. 


Lk. . .3:10-14 


Gen.. 1:1-31 


T. 


Lk. . .21:5-19 


Is. 24:21-25:5 


T. 


Lk. . .3:15-20 


Gen.. .2:1-25 


W. 


Lk .12:35-48 


Is.. . .25:6-12 


W. 


Mk 1:1-8 


Gen.. .4:1-26 


T. 


Jas.. . .5:7-11 


Is.. . 26:1-15 


T. 


Mk. . .1:9-11 


Gen.. .5:1-32 


F. 


Lk. . . .1:1-25 


Is. . .51:1-16 


F. 


Lk. . .3:21-23 


Gen.. .6:9-22 


S. 


Lk. . .1:26-38 


Is.. .52:1-12 


S. 


Acts 10:34-43 


Gen.. .7:1-24 


.'tth Sunday in Advent. 


1st Sunday after Epiphany. 


M. 


Mt... 1:18-25 


Is. . .40:1-11 


M. 


Jn. . .1:29-34 


Gen.. .8:1-22 


T. 


Lk . .1:39-45 


Mai... 3:1-6 


T. 


Jn . . . 1 :35-42 


Gen.. .11:1-9 


W. 


Lk . 1 :46-56 


Mai . . .4:1-6 


W. 


Jn . . . 1 :43-51 


Gen .12:1-10 


T. 


Lk . .1:57-66 


Is.. .28:14-19 


T. 


Lk . . .4:1-13 


Gen. 13:1-18 


F 


Lk . 1 :67-80 


Is 7:1-16 


F. 


Mk. .1:12-15 


Gen .14:8-24 


S. 


Jn . 1:1-14 


Mic. . .5:2-15 


S. 


Mt.. .4:12-17 


Gen. 15:1-21 



508 



GENERAL RUBRICS 



A TABLE OF LESSONS FOR MORNING AND EVENING 



Day Morning 



Evening 



2d Sunday after Epiphany. 



M. 


Mt. 


4:18-25 


T. 


Mt.. 


.5:1-20 


W. 


Mt.. 


5:27-48 


T. 


Mt. 


.6:1-23 


F. 


Mt.. 


.7:1-14 


S. 


Mt. 


7:24-29 



Gen. 17:1-22 
Gen.. 18:1-33 
Gen. 19:12-29 
Gen... 21:1-8 
Gen.. 24:1-28 
Gen. 24:29-67 



3d Sunday after Epiphany. 



M. 

T. 

W. 

T. 
F. 

S. 



Mt. 
Mt. 
Mt. 

Mt. 

Mt. 



.8:14-22 
.8:28-34 
. .9:9-17 

.9:27-38 
.10:1-16 



Mt.. 10:17-42 



Gen. 25:27-34 
Gen .27:1-45 
Gen. 

27:46-28:22 
Gen. 29:1-20 
Gen. 31:43-55 
Gen. 32:3-32 



4th Sunday after Epiphany. 



M. 
T. 
W. 
T. 

F. 

S. 



Mt. 

Mt. 
Mt. 
Mt.. 

Mt.. 

Mt.. 



11:11-24 
.12:1-21 
12:22-50 
.13:1-23 

.14:1-36 
15:1-20 



Gen. 33:1-20 
Gen. 35:1-15 
Gen. 37:1-36 
Gen. 
39:1-6, 20-23 
Gen. 40:1-23 
Gen.. 41:1-37 



5th Sunday after Epiphany. 



M. 
T. 

W. 
T. 
F. 

S. 



Mt.. 15:29-39 
Mt.. .16:1-12 
Mt.. 16:21-28 
Mt.. .17:9-27 
Mt... 19:1-15 
Mt.. 20:17-34 



Gen 

Gen, 

Gen. 

Gen. 

Gen. 

Gen. 



41:38-57 
.42:1-38 
.43:1-34 
.44:1-34 
.45:1-28 
.46:1-34 



6th Sunday after Epiphany 



M. 

T. 

W. 

T. 

F. 

S. 



Mt.. 21:10-46 
Mt.. .23:1-39 
1:16-45 
.2:1-28 
.3:1-35 
.5:1-20 



Mk 
Mk 
Mk 
Mk 



Gen. 
Gen. 
Ex.. 
Ex.. 
Ex . 
Ex 



-31 



47:1 

48:1-22 

.1:1-14 

.2:1-25 

.3:1-22 

.4:1-23 



Day Morning Evening 



Septuagesima Sunday. 



M. 


Mk. 


.5:21-43 


T. 


Mk. 


. .6:1-29 


W. 


Mk. 


.6:30-56 


T. 


Mk. 


. .7:1-30 


F. 


Mk. 


.8:10-38 


S. 


Mk. 


..9:2-32 



Ex. 
Ex. 
Ex. 
Ex. 
Ex. 
Ex. 



.5:1-23 
.6:1-13 
.11:1-10 
.12:1-28 
12:29-42 
.13:1-22 



Sexagesima Sunday. 



M. 

T. 

W. 

T. 
F. 

S. 



Mk. .10:1-31 
Mk. 10:32-52 
Mk. .11:1-33 

Mk. 12:13-44 
Lk. ..4:14-44 
Lk.. .5:12-39 



Ex.. .14:1-31 
Ex.. 15:1-21 
Ex. 

15:22-16:15 
Ex.. .17:1-16 
Ex.. .19:1-25 
Ex. . .20:1-23 



Quinquagesima Sunday. 



M 
T. 

W 
T. 
F. 

S. 



Lk. 
Lk. 

Lk. 
Lk 

Lk. 
Lk. 



. .6:1-26 
.6:27-49 

. .7:1-10 
.7:18-50 
.8:16-56 
. .9:1-27 



24:1-18 



Ex. 
Ex. 

31:18-32:35 
Ex. . .33:1-23 
Ex. . .34:1-10 
Ex. .34:27-35 
Ex. . .40:1-38 



1st Sunday in Lent. 
M. 
T. 
W. 



T. 
F. 

S. 



Lk. 


. .9:28-62 


Lk. 


..10:1-22 


Lk. 




10:38-11:13 


Lk. 


.11:29-36 


Lk. 


.11:37-54 


Lk. 


..12:1-34 



Nil.... 3:5-13 
Nu.. 10:11-36 
Nu... 11:1-35 

Nu... 12:1-15 
Nu... 13:1-25 
Nu.. 13:26-33 



2d Sunday in Lent. 



M. 
T. 

W. 
T. 
F. 

S. 



Lk. 
Lk. 
Lk. 
Lk. 
Lk. 
Lk. 



.13:1-17 
14:25-35 
15:11-32 
16:10-18 
.17:1-10 
..18:1-8 



Nu... 14:1-24 
Nu... 16:1-22 
Nu.. 16:23-50 
Nu... 17:1-13 
Nu... 20:1-29 
Nu... 21:1-25 



GENERAL RUBRICS 



509 



A TABLE OF LESSONS FOR MORNING AND EVENING 



Day Morxixg Evening Day Morning 



3d Sunday in Lent. 
M. Lk. .18:15-30 
T. Lk. ..19:1-40 
W. Lk. ..20:1-26 
T. Lk. 

21:37-22:38 
F. Lk. .22:39-71 
S. Lk. ..23:1-25 



Nu. 
Nu. 
Nu. 
Nu. 

Dt. 

Dt. 



.22:1-41 
.23:1-30 
.24:1-13 
27:12-23 



5:1 

8:1 



-33 
-20 



J^th Sunday in Lent. 



M. 

T. 

W. 

T. 
F. 

S. 



Lk. .23:26-56 Dt. 
Mt...26:l-35Dt. 
Mt..26:36-75jDt. 
Mt...27:l-38Dt. 
Mt..27:39-66Dt. 
Mk. .14:l-31[Dt. 



..9:1-29 
.10:1-22 
.11:1-32 
.28:1-14 

28:58-68 
.34:1-12 



5th Sunday in Lent. 



M. 

T. 

W. 

T. 
F. 

S. 



Mk. 
Mk. 
Mk. 

Jn.. 
Jn. . 
'Jn. . 



14:32-72 
.15:1-10 
15:20-47 
.12:1-19 
12:20-50 
13:16-38 



Jer. . 
Hos. 
Zeph 
Mic. 



.2:1-19 
13:9-14 
..3:1-8 
.3:5-12 

Is 66:1-9 

Zech. .9:9-17 



3:1-10 



Palm Sunday. 

M. Jn. . .18:1-18 Jer... .7:1-15 
T. Jn. .18:19-40 Is.. . .50:4-11 
W, Jn. . .19:1-12 Jer.. 11:18-23 
Holy Thursday. 

|Jn. .19:13-24 Zech 
Good Friday. 

Jn. .19:25-37 Lam... 2:8-15 
S. Jn. .19:38-42 Is.. .52:13-15 



Easter Day. 

Easter Monday. 

Mt... 28:1-15 

Jn. . .20:1-18 

Lk. . .24:1-12 

Lk. .24:36-49 



T. 
W 

T. 
F. 

S. 



Mk. .16:9-14 Is... 44:21 



Ez. .21:18-27 
Hag.. 2:20-23 
Zech. .6:9-15 
Ez. .17:11-24 



Evening 



1st Sunday after Easter. 



M. 
T. 

W. 
T. 
F. 

S. 



Jn. . .21:1-25 Jonah. 1:1-16 
Jn. . .2:12-25 ! Jonah 

1:17-2:10 
Jn. . .3:22-36 Jonah. 3:1-10 

Jn 4:1-26! Jonah. 4:1-11 

Jn. . .4:27-38JIs 33:2-6 

Jn. . .4:39-45 Is... 42:10-17 



2d Sunday after Easter. 



M. 


Jn. 


. .5:1-17 


T. 


Jn. 


.5:18-30 


W. 


Jn. 


.5:31-47 


T. 


Jn. 


.6:16-29 


F. 


Jn. 


.6:30-40 


S. 


Jn. 


.6:41-59 



Mic. . .2:1-13 
Is... 30:19-26 
Jer... 3:11-19 
Ez. . .34:1-11 
Ez.. 34:12-22 
Ez.. 34:23-31 



3d Sunday after Easter. 



M. 

T. 

W. 

T. 

F. 

S. 



Jn. 
Jn. 
Jn. 
Jn. 
Jn. 
Jn. 



6:60-71 Ez.. 36:1-15 
.7:1-13 Ez.. 36:16-32 
7:14-24 Ez.. 36:33-38 
7:25-36 Hag... .2:1-9 
7:37-53|Zech. .2:1-13 
. 8 :1-11 ! Zech. 11:1-17 



li-th Sunday after Easter. 



M. 

T. 

W. 

T. 

F. 

S. 



Jn. . .8:12-20; Zech.. 12:1-10 

Jn. . .8:21-29|ls 65:1-7 

Jn. . .8:30-45|Is... .65:8-16 

Jn 9:1-12 Jer... .8:4-13 

Jn. . .9:13-34' Zech. 8:18-23 
Jn. . .9:35-41 lis... 49:22-26 



5th Sunday after Easter. 

M. Un 10:1-6 Amos . 9:8-15 

T. Jn. . .10:7-10 Is 4:2-6 

W. Mt..28:16-20jls... 29:18-24 
Ascension Day. 
F. |Lk. .24:50-53 Mic. . . 7:7-13 
S. I Acts. 1:12-26 Mic. .7:14-20 



510 GENERAL RUBRICS 


A TABLE OF LESSONS FOR MORNING AND EVENING 


Day 


Morning 


Evening 


Day 


Morning 


Evening 


Sunday after Ascension. 


3d Sunday after Trinity. 


M. 


Jn. .10:17-21 


Zech... 13:1-9 


M. 


Acts .21:1-39 


1 Sa.. .2:1-20 


T. 


Jn. .10:22-31 


Zech 14:13-21 


T. 


Acts 


1 Sa.. .3:1-21 


W. 


Jn. .10:32-42 


Is... 46:10-24 




21:40-22:29 




T. 


Jn. . .11:1-27 


Jer. .46:25-28 


W. 


Acts 


1 Sa.. .4:1-18 


F. 


Jn. .11:28-44 


Is... 32:13-20 




22:30-23:35 




S. 


Jn. .11:45-57 


Is... 57:15-21 


T. 


Acts .24:1-27 


1 Sa.. .5:1-12 




F. 


Acts .25:1-27 


1 Sa. ,7:1-17 




S. 


Acts .26:1-32 


1 Sa.. .8:1-22 


Whitsunday. 


J^th Sunday after Trinity. 


Whitmonday. 


M. 


Acts.. 27:1-44 


1 Sa. 9:1-27 


T. 


Acts. 2:14-36 


Ez. .47:1-12 


T. 


Acts.. 28:1-31 


1 Sa.. 10:1-27 


W. 


Acts. 2:37-47 


Is... 45:1 1-18 


W. 


Rom. .1:1-15 


1 Sa.. 12:1-25 


T. 


Jn. ..14:1-22 


Is... 45:19-25 


T. 


Rom. 1:16-32 


1 Sa.. 13:1-14 


F. 


Jn. ..15:1-25 


Jer... 9:23-26 


F. 


Rom. .2:1-29 


1 Sa. 15:10-35 


S. 


Jn. 


Is 44:1-8 


S. 


Rom. .3:1-31 


l'Sa.. 16:1-23 




16:31-17:26 






Trinity Sunday. 


5th Sunday after Trinity. 


M. 


Acts.. .3:1-21 


Josh.. .1:1-18 


M. 


Rom. .4:1-25 


1 Sa.l7:32-58 


T. 


Acts.. .4:1-37 


Josh... 3:1-1 7 


T. 


Rom. 5:1-6:2 


1 Sa.. 18:1-16 


W. 


Acts.. .5:1-42 


Josh.. .4:1-24 


W. 


Rom. 6:12-18 


1 Sa. . 19 :l-24 


T. 


Acts.. .6:1-15 


Josh... 6:1-21 


T. 


Rom. .7:1-25 


1 Sa.. 20:1-42 


F. 


Acts... 7:1-60 


Josh.. .8:1-35 


F. 


Rom. .8:1-11 


1 Sa.. 22:1-23 


S. 


Acts.. .8:1-40 


Josh... 9:1-27 


S. 


Rom. .13:1-7 


1 Sa.. 24:9-22 


1st Sunday after Trinity. 


6th Sunday after Trinity. 


M. 


Acts. .9:1-43 


Josh.. 10:1-15 


M. 


Ro. 14:1-15:3 


1 Sa.. 26:1-25 


T. 


Acts. 10:1-33 


Josh.. 11:1-23 


T. 


Ro. .15:14-33 


1 Sa.. 28:3-25 


W. 


Acts. 11:1-30 


Josh.. 23:1-16 


W. 


Rom. 16:1-27 


1 Sa.. 31:1-13 


T. 


Acts. 12:1-25 


Josh.. 24:1-31 


T. 


1 Co.. 1:10-31 


2 Sa. . . 1 :l-27 


F. 


Acts .13:1-52 


Judg. .2:1-23 


F. 


1 Co. 2:1-16 


2Sa.. .5:1-12 


S. 


Acts .14:1-28 


Judg. .6:1-24 


S. 


1 Co.. 4:6-5:5 


2Sa.. .6:1-19 


2d Sunday after Trinity 


7th Sunday after Trinity. 


M. 


Acts. 15:1-41 


Judg. .7:1-25 


M. 


1 Co. 5:9-6:20 


1 Ch. 16:1-43 


T. 


Acts. 16:1-40 


Judg. 13:1-25 


T. 


1 Co... 7:1-40 


2Sa.. 7:1-29 


W. 


Acts. 17:1-15 


Judg. 14:1-20 


W. 


1 Co.. 8:1-13 


2 Sa. 12:1-23 


T. 


Acts. 18:1-28 


Judg. 15:9-20 


T. 


lCo. 9:1-23 


2 Sa.. 15:1-15 


F. 


Acts. 19:1-40 


Judg. 16:4-31 


F. 


1Co.10:14-33 


2 Sa.. 16:5-15 


S. 


Acts. 20:1-38 


1 Sa.. 1:21-28 


S. 


l Co.. 11:1-22 


2 Sa.. 18:1-33 





GENERAL RUBRICS oil 


A TABLE OF LESSONS FOR MORNING AND EVENING 


Day 


Morning Evening 


Day 


Morning Evening 


Sth Sunday after Trinity. 


loth Sunday after Trinity. 


M. 


1Co.12:12-31 


2 Sa.. 19:1-15 


M. 


1 Th.. 5:12-28 


2KglO:28-36 


T. 


1 Co.. 14:1-40 


1 Ch. 21:1-30 


T. 


1 Tim. 1:1-20 


2 Ch . 22 


1-12 


W. 


1 Co. 


1 Ch. 22:1-19 


W. 


1 Tim .2:1-15 


2Ch.23 


1-21 




15:58-46:24 




T. 


1 Tim .3:1-16 


2 Ch . 24 


1-22 


T. 


2 Co... 1:1-24 


1 Ch. 28:1-21 


F. 


1 Tim. 4:1-16 


2 Kg. 14 


1-20 


F. 


2 Co.. 2:1-3:3 


1 Ch. 29:1-23 


S. 


1 Tim. 5:1-25 


2 Kg. 15 


1-38 


S. 


2 Co. 

6:11-7:16 


2 Ch. .1:1-13 




9th Sunday after Trinity. 


lJfth Sunday after Trinity. 


M. 


2 Co... 8:1-24 


1 Kg. 2:16-28 


M, 


1 Tim. 6:1-21 


Is 6:1-13 


T. 


2 Co... 9:1-15 


1 Kg . 4 :22-34 


T. 


2 Tim. 1:1-18 


Amos. .7:1-15 


W. 


2 Co.. 10:1-18 


1 Kg. .5:1-18 


W. 


2 Tim. 2:1-26 


2 Kg. 16:1-20 


T. 


2 Co.. 11:1-18 


2 Ch. .3:1-17 


T. 


Tit.. . .1:1-16 


2 Kg. 17:1-23 


F. 


2 Co. 


1 Kg.. 8:1-66 


F. 


Tit.... 2:1-10 


2 Kg. 18:1-37 




12:14-13:13 




S. 


Tit.. 2:1 5-3:3 


2 Kg. 19:1-37 


S. 


Gal. . .1:1-24 1 Kg. .7:1-12 




10th Sunday after Trinity. 


loth Sunday after Trinity. 


M 


Gal. . .2:2-21 


1 Kg.. 9:1-28 


M. 


Tit... .3:8-15 


2 Kg. 20:1-21 


T. 


Gal. . .3:1-14 


1 Kg. 10:1-13 


T. 


Philem. .1-25 


2 Kg. 21:1-18 


W. 


Gal. . .4:8-20 


1 Kg. 11:9-13 


W. 


Heb.. .1:1-14 


2 Ch. 34:1-33 


T. 


Gal. . .5:1-15 


1 Kg. 12:1-33 


T. 


Heb... 2:5-3:6 


2Ch. 


F. 


Gal... 6:11-18 


1 Kg. 13:1-34 






35:20-36:10 


S. 


Eph.... 6:1-9 


1 Kg. 14:1-20 


F. 


Heb 4:14-5:14 


Jer... 22:1-18 




S. 


Heb.. .6:1-20 


Jer... 25:1-14 


11th Sunday after Trinity. 


16th Sunday after Trinity. 


M. 


Eph.. 6:1 8-24 


IKg. 


M. 


Heb.. .7:1-28 Jer. . . 37:1-21 






16:1-24-17:24 


T. 


Heb.. .8:1-13 Jer.. .38:1-28 


T. 


Phil.. 1:12-2:4 


1 Kg. 18:1-46 


W. 


Heb.. .9:1-10 Jer.. 32:26-44 


W. 


Phil.. 2:19-30 


1 Kg. 19:1-21 


T. 


Heb.. 9:16-28 Jer.. .39:1-18 


T. 


Phil.. .3:1-11 


1 Kg. 21:1-29 


F. 


Heb.. 10:1-34 Jer. . ,29:4-23 


F. 


Phil.. . .4:1-3 


2 Kg. .1:1-17 


S. 


Heb.. .11:1-7 Dan... 1:1-21 


S. 


Phil.. .4:8-23 


2 Kg. 2:1-22 




12th Sunday after Trinity. 


17th Sunday after Trinity. 


M. 


Col.... 2:1-23 


2 Kg. .4:1-37 


M. Heb. 11:17-40 


Dan.. .3:1-30 


T. 


Col. 3:18-4:18 


2 Kg. .5:1-27 


T. Heb.. 12:1-17 


Dan... 4:1-37 


W. 


1 Th. .1:1-10 


2 Kg. .6:1-23 


W. Heb.. 13:1-25 


Dan... 5:1-30 


T. 


1 Th. .2:1-20 


2 Kg. .7:1-20 


T. Jas....l:l-15 


Dan.. .6:1-28 


F. 


1 Th. .3:1-13 


2 Kg. .8:1-15 


F. Jas... .2:1-13 


Ezra. .1:1-11 


S. 


1 Th.. 4:8-12 


2 Kg. .9:1-37 


S. Jas.. .2:14-26 


Ezra. .3:1-13 





512 



GENERAL RUBRICS 



A TABLE OF LESSONS FOR MORNING AND EVENING 



Day 



Morning 



Evening 



18th Sunday after Trinity. 



M. 

T. 

W. 

T. 

F. 

S. 



Jas.... 3:1-18 
Jas.. .4:1-5:6 
Jas.. .5:12-20 
1 Pet... 3:1-7 
1 Pet.3:15-22 
1 Pet... 5:1-4 



Ezra 
Hag. 
Ezra 
Ezra 
Ezra 
Ezra 



4:1-24 
.1:1-15 
.5:1-17 
.6:1-22 
.7:1-28 
.8:1-15 



19th Sunday after Trinity. 



M. 

T. 

W. 

T. 

F. 

S. 



1 Jn. . . 1 :1-10 
1 Jn... 2:1-17 
1 Jn... .5:1-3 

1 Jn.. 5:10-21 

2 Jn 1-13 

3 Jn 1-14 



Neh. 
Neh. 
Neh. 
Neh. 
Neh. 
Zech. 



1:1-11 
2:1-20 
4:1-23 
8:1-18 
9:1-38 
8:1-23 



20th Sunday after Trinity. 



M. 

T. 

W. 

T. 

F. 

S. 



Mk. ..4:1-41 
Lk. .13:18-35 
Mt.. 13:31-58 
Mt.. 16:13-20 
2 Cor. 

3:10-4:18 
2 Cor.. 5:1-21 



Is... 
Is... 

Hab. 
Is... 
Is... 

Is... 



42:1-13 
41 :l-20 
.2:1-14 
63:7-19 
64:1-12 

..5:1-7 



21st Sunday after Trinity. 



M. 

T. 

W. 

T. 

F. 

S. 



Eph. 
Eph. 
Eph. 
Eph. 
Eph. 
Eph. 



.1:1- 
.2:1- 
.4:7- 
4:29- 
5:10- 
5:22, 



23 

■22 
21 
32 
14 
23 



Mic. 
Is... 
Is... 
Jer. . 
Jer. . 
Is... 



. . .5:1-8 
.58:1-14 
.59:1-21 
.31:1-19 
31:23-40 
.48:1-22 



22d Sunday after Trinity. 



M. 

T. 

W. 

T. 

F. 

S. 



Mt... 18:1-22 
Mk. .9:33-50 
Lk. .17:20-37 
Rom. 8:24-39 
Mk. .12:1-12 
Mt.. 25:14-30 



Mic.... 4:1-8 
Is... 49:14-21 
Is.... 2:10-21 

Is 63:1-6 

Joel... 2:1-11 
Joel. .2:12-27 



Day 



Morning 



Evening 



23d Sunday after Trinity. 



M. 

T. 

W. 

T. 

F. 

S. 



1 Cor.. 3:1-23 
Mt.. 19:16-30 
Lk. .14:12-15 
Mk. .13:1-37 
Rom. .9:1-33 
Rom. 10:1-21 



Joel.. .3:1-13 
Joel. .3:14-21 

Oba 1-21 

Nah... 1:1-15 
Nah.. .3:7-19 
Is.... 10:5-27 



2Ifth Sunday after Trinity. 



M. 
T. 

W. 

T. 

F. 

S. 



Rom. 11:1-33 
2Th. 

1:11-2:17 
2Th. .3:1-18 
2 Tim. 3:1-17 
2 Tim. 4:1-22 
Mt... 24:1-14 



13:1 
14:1 



15 

-27 



Is... 47:1-15 
Dan.. 2:27-45 
Dan... 7:1-28 
Dan.. .9:1-27 



25th Sunday after Trinity. 



M. 

T. 

W. 

T. 

F. 

S. 



Mt.. 24:29-51 
Mt.. 22:23-33 
1Co.15:12-50 
Heb. 3:7-4:13 
Heb.. 11:8-16 
Heb.12 .18-29 



Dan.. 12:1-13 
Ez.. .38:8-23 
.39:1-29 
43:14-25 
33:17-24 
.37:1-14 



Ez. 
Is.. 
Is.. 
Ez. 



26th Sunday after Trinity. 



M. 
T. 

W. 

T. 

F. 

S. 



1 Pet.. 1:1-12 
1 Pet. 

1:13-2:10 
1 Pet.. .4:1-7 

1 Pet.4:12-19 

2 Pet.. 1:1-15 
2 Pet.. 2:1-22 



Zeph. .3:9-20 
Is.... 34 .1-17 



Is. 
Is. 
Is. 
Is. 



.35:1-10 
.54:1-17 
.60:7-22 
.62:1-12 



27th Sunday after Trinity. 



M. 

T. 

W. 

T. 

F. 

S. 



2 Pet.. 3:1-18 

Jude 1-25 

1 Jn.. 2:18-29 
1 Jn... 3:1-12 
1 Jn.. 3:19-24 
1 Jn.... 4:1-8 



Is... 65:17-25 
Ez. .37:15-28 
Hab.. .3:1-19 
Is... 40:27-31 
Jer.. ..14:7-9 
Mai.. .3:7-18 



GENERAL RUBRICS 513 


X. TABLE OF PROPER PSALMS FOR FESTIVALS 


AND SEASONS 


Festivals and Seasons 


Psalms 


Advent 


6, 8, 19, 21, 24, 25, 42, 93, 96, 98, 110, 




111, 122, 143, 145. 


Christmas 


2, 19, 45, 72, 89, 93, 98, 110, 132, 147, 




148. 


Circumcision (New Year) 


8, 40, 65, 72, 90, 103, 122, 147. 


Epiphany 


19, 46, 47, 48, 66, 67, 72, 84, 86, 87, 96, 




97, 100, 135. 


Transfiguration 


8, 27, 47, 61, 84, 93. 


Septuagesima, Sexages- 


IMA, QUINQUAGESIMA . . . 


18, 27, 31, 67, 116, 143, 145. 


ASH WEDNESDAY 


6, 32, 34, 38, 51, 57, 102, 130, 143. 


Lent 


25, 34, 38, 43, 86, 90, 91, 121, 122, 130, 




139. 




(Also any of the Psalms for Ash Wed- 




nesday or Holv Week.) 


Palm Sunday 


24, 61, 97, 110, 138, 143. 


Holy Yl eek 


27, 42, 43, 51, 57, 67, 71, 116, 141, 142. 




(Also any of the Psalms for Ash Wed- 




nesday or Good Friday.) 


Good Friday 


22, 40, 5Q, 69, 102, 116, 143. 


Holy Saturday 


4, 16, 30, 31, 91. 

2, 8, 57, 98, 110, 111, 118. 


Easter Day 


Eastertide 


23, 30, 33, 66, 98, 100, 111, 118, 124, 




146, 148, 150. 


Ascension Day 


8, 21, 24, 27, 47, 93, 97, 110, 111, 148, 
150. 




Whitsunday 


19, 48, 68, 104, 113, 145. 


Festival of the Holy 


Trinity 


8, 29, 33, 93, 96, 97, 111, 148, 150. 


Festival of the Refor- 




mation 


46, 48, 87, 116, 125. 


Apostles, Evangelists 


and Martyrs 


1, 15, 19, 34, 112, 121, 139, 146, 148. 


St. Michael 


34, 91, 103, 148. 


The Christian Life 


1, 15, 23, 25, 32, 34, 40, 42, 46, 84, 91, 




119, 121, 139, 143. 


Cross and Comfort 


13, 23, 25, 27, 30, 34, 40, 62, 91, 121, 




130, 139, 143. 


Death and Burial 


23, 27, 39, 42, 90, 116, 121, 126, 130, 




139, 146. 


Missions 


2, 46, 47, 67, 72, 96, 97, 115, 126, 132, 




138. 





514 



GENERAL RUBRICS 



TABLE OF PROPER PSALMS FOR FESTIVALS 

AND SEASONS 



Festivals and Seasons 



Christian Education .... 

Harvest 

Thanksgiving 

Days of Humiliation and 

Prayer 

National Occasions 

The Penitential Psalms . 



Psalms 



1, 25, 91, 119, 143. 

65, 67, 104, 118. 

65, 67, 92, 100, 103, 145, 147, 148, 150. 

6, 20, 51, 56, 80, 90, 130, 143. 

46, 47, 48, 65, 66, 67, 68, 100, 144, 145, 

146, 148. 
6, 32, 38, 51, 102, 130, 143. 



THE SMALL CATECHISM 



PART I 

THE TEN COMMANDMENTS 

In the plain form in which they are to be taught by the head of a family. 

The First Commandment 

I am the Lord thy God. Thou shalt have no other gods before Me. 

[Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image, or any likeness 
of anything that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, 
or that is in the water under the earth; thou shalt not bow down thy- 
self to them, nor serve them: for I the Lord thy God am a jealous 
God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children unto the 
third and fourth generation of them that hate Me; and showing mercy 
unto thousands of them that love Me, and keep My commandments.] 

What is meant by this Commandment? 

Answer. We should fear, love, and trust in God above all things. 

The Second Commandment 
Thou shalt not take the Name of the Lord thy God in vain; for 
the Lord will not hold him guiltless that taketh His Name in vain. 

What is meant by this Commandment ? 

Answer. We should so fear and love God as not to curse, swear, 
conjure, lie, or deceive, by His Name, but call upon Him in every 
time of need, and worship Him with prayer, praise, and thanksgiving. 

The Third Commandment 

Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. 

[Six days shalt thou labor, and do all thy work: but the seventh 
day is the sabbath of the Lord thy God : in it thou shalt not do any 
work, thou, nor thy son, nor thy daughter, thy manservant, nor thy 
maidservant, nor thy cattle, nor thy stranger that is within thy gates: 
for in six days the Lord made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that 
in them is, and rested the seventh day; wherefore the Lord blessed 
the sabbath day, and hallowed it.] 

515 



516 THE SMALL CATECHISM 

What is meant by this Commandment ? 

Answer. We should so fear and love God as not to despise His 
Word and the preaching of the Gospel, but deem it holy, and willingly 
hear and learn it. 

The Fourth Commandment 

Honor thy father and thy mother, that thy days may be long upon 
the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee. 

What is meant by this Commandment ? 

Answer. We should so fear and love God as not to despise nor 
displease our parents and superiors, but honor, serve, obey, love, and 
esteem them. 

The Fifth Commandment 

Thou shalt not kill. 

What is meant by this Commandment ? 

Answer. We should so fear and love God as not to do our neighbor 
any bodily harm or injury, but rather assist and comfort him in 
danger and want. 

The Sixth Commandment 
Thou shalt not commit adultery. 

What is meant by this Commandment ? 

Answer. We should so fear and love God as to be chaste and pure 
in our words and deeds, each one also loving and honoring his wife or 
her husband. 

The Seventh Commandment 

Thou shalt not steal. 

What is meant by this Commandment ? 

Answer. We should so fear and love God as not to rob our neigh- 
bor of his money or property, nor bring it into our possession by unfair 
dealing or fraudulent means, but rather assist him to improve and 
protect it. 

The Eighth Commandment 

Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbor. 

What is meant by this Commandment ? 

Answer. We should so fear and love God as not deceitfully to 
belie, betray, slander, nor raise injurious reports against our neighbor, 
but apologize for him, speak well of him, and put the most charitable 
construction on all his actions. 



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The Ninth Commandment 
Thou shalt not covet thy neighbor's house. 

What is meant by this Commandment? 

Answer. We should so fear and love God as not to desire by crafti- 
ness to gain possession of our neighbor's inheritance or home, or to 
obtain it under the pretext of a legal right, but be ready to assist and 
serve hirn in the preservation of his own. 

The Tenth Commandment 

Thou shalt not covet thy neighbor's wife, nor his manservant, nor 
his maidservant, nor his ox, nor his ass, nor any thing that is thy 
neighbor's. 

What is meant by this Commandment? 

Answer. We should so fear and love God as not to alienate our 
neighbor's wife from him, entice away his servants, nor let loose his 
cattle, but use our endeavors that they may remain and discharge 
their duty to him. 

What does God declare concerning all these Commandments? 

Answer. He says: I the Lord thy God am a jealous God, visiting 
the iniquity of the fathers upon the children unto the third and fourth 
generation of them that hate Me; and showing mercy unto thousands 
of them that love Me, and keep My commandments. 

What is meant by this declaration ? 

Answer. God threatens to punish all those who transgress these 
commandments. We should, therefore, dread His displeasure, and 
not act contrarily to these commandments. But He promises grace 
and every blessing to all who keep them. We should, therefore, love 
and trust in Him, and cheerfully do what He has commanded us. 



PART II 

THE creed 

In the plain form in which it is to be taught by the head of a family. 

The First Article 

Of Creation 

I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth. 

What is meant by this Article? 

Answer. I believe that God has created me and all that exists; 
that He has given and still preserves to me my body and soul, with 



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all my limbs and senses, my reason and all the faculties of my mind, 
together with my raiment, food, home, and family, and all my 
property; that He daily provides me abundantly with all the neces- 
saries of life, protects me from all danger, and preserves me and guards 
me against all evil; all which He does out of pure, paternal, and divine 
goodness and mercy, without any merit or worthiness in me; for all 
which I am in duty bound to thank, praise, serve, and obey Him. This 
is most certainly true. 

The Second Article 
Of Redemption 

And in Jesus Christ His only Son, our Lord; Who was conceived 
by the Holy Ghost, Born of the Virgin Mary; Suffered under Pontius 
Pilate, Was crucified, dead, and buried; He descended into hell; The 
third day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven, And 
sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; From thence 
He shall come to judge the quick and the dead. 

What is meant by this Article ? 

Answer. I believe that Jesus Christ, true God, begotten of the 
Father from eternity, and also true Man, born of the Virgin Mary, is 
my Lord; Who has redeemed me, a lost and condemned creature, 
secured and delivered me from all sins, from death, and from the 
power of the devil, not with silver and gold, but with His holy and 
precious blood, and with His innocent sufferings and death; in order 
that I might be His, live under Him in his kingdom, and serve Him 
in everlasting righteousness, innocence and blessedness; even as He is 
risen from the dead, and lives and reigns to all eternity. This is 
most certainly true. 

The Third Article 

Of Sanctification 

I believe in the Holy Ghost; The holy Christian Church,, the 
Communion of Saints; The Forgiveness of sins; The Resurrection of 
the body; And the Life everlasting. Amen. 

What is meant by this Article ? 

Answer. I believe that I cannot by my own reason or strength 
believe in Jesus Christ my Lord, or come to Him; but the Holy 
Ghost has called me through the Gospel, enlightened me by His gifts, 
and sanctified and preserved me in the true faith; in like manner as 
He calls, gathers, enlightens, and sanctifies the whole Christian 
Church on earth, and preserves it in union with Jesus Christ in the 
true faith; in which Christian Church He daily forgives abundantly 
all my sins, and the sins of all believers, and will raise up me and all 
the dead at the last day, and will grant everlasting life to me and to 
all who believe in Christ. This is most certainly true. 



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PART III 



THE LORD'S PRAYER 

In the plain form in which it is to be taught by the head of a family. 

Introduction 

Our Father, Who art in heaven. 

What is meant by this Introduction ? 

Answer. God would thereby affectionately encourage us to be- 
lieve that He is truly our Father, and that we are His children indeed, 
so that we may call upon Him with all cheerfulness and confidence, 
even as beloved children entreat their affectionate parent. 

First Petition 
Hallowed be Thy Name. 

What is meant by this Petition ? 

Answer. The Name of God is indeed holy in itself; but we pray 
in this petition that it may be hallowed also by us. 

How is this effected ? 

Answer. When the W T ord of God is taught in its truth and purity, 
and we, as the children of God, lead holy lives in accordance with it; 
to this may our blessed Father in heaven help us! But whoever 
teaches and lives otherwise than as God's Word prescribes, profanes 
the Name of God among us ; from this preserve us, heavenly Father ! 

Second Petition 
Thy kingdom come. 

What is meant by this Petition ? 

Answer. The kingdom of God comes indeed of itself, without our 
prayer; but we pray in this petition that it may come unto us also. 

When is this effected ? 

Answer. When our heavenly Father gives us His Holy Spirit, so 
that by His grace we believe His holy W T ord, and live a godly life here 
on earth, and in heaven for ever. 

Third Petition 
Thy will be done on earth, as it is in heaven. 

What is meant by this Petition ? 

Answer. The good and gracious will of God is done indeed with- 
out our prayer; but we pray in this petition that it may be done by 
us also. 



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When is this effected ? 

Answer. When God frustrates and brings to naught every evil 
counsel and purpose, which would hinder us from hallowing the Name 
of God, and prevent His kingdom from coming to us, such as the will 
of the devil, of the world, and of our own flesh; and when He strength- 
ens us, and keeps us steadfast in His Word and in the faith, even unto 
our end. This is His gracious and good will. 

Fourth Petition 
Give us this day our daily bread. 

What is meant by this Petition ? 

Answer. God gives indeed without our prayer, even to the 
wicked also their daily bread; but we pray in this petition that He 
would make us sensible of His benefits, and enable us to receive our 
daily bread with thanksgiving. 

What is implied in the words: "Our daily bread 9 '? 

Ansiver. All things that pertain to the wants and the support 
of this present life; such as food, raiment, money, goods, house and 
land, and other property; a believing spouse and good children; 
trustworthy servants and faithful magistrates; favorable seasons, 
peace and health; education and honor; true friends, good neighbors, 
and the like. 

Fifth Petition 

And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass 
against us. 

What is meant by this Petition ? 

Answer. We pray in this petition, that our heavenly Father 
would not regard our sins, nor deny us our requests on account of 
them; for we are not worthy of any thing for which we pray, and 
have not merited it; but that He would grant us all things through 
grace, although we daily commit much sin, and deserve chastisement 
alone. We will therefore, on our part, both heartily forgive, and 
also readily do good to those who may injure or offend us. 

Sixth Petition 
And lead us not into temptation. 

What is meant by this Petition ? 

Answer. God indeed tempts no one to sin; but we pray in this 
petition that God would so guard and preserve us, that the devil, 
the world, and our own flesh, may not deceive us, nor lead us into 
error and unbelief, despair, and other great and shameful sins; and 
that, though we may be thus tempted, we may nevertheless finally 
prevail and gain the victory. 



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Seventh Petition 
But deliver us from evil. 

What is meant by this Petition ? 

Answer. We pray in this petition, as in a summary, that our 
heavenly Father would deliver us from all manner of evil, whether 
it affect the body or soul, property or character, and at last, when the 
hour of death shall arrive, grant us a happy end, and graciously 
take us from this world of sorrow to Himself in heaven. 

Conclusion 

For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever 
and ever. Amen. 

What is meant by the word "Amen 9 ? 

Answer. That I should be assured that such petitions are ac- 
ceptable to our heavenly Father, and are heard by Him; for He Him- 
self has commanded us to pray in this manner, and has- promised that 
He will hear us. Amen, Amen, that is, Yea, yea, it shall be so. 



PART IV 



THE SACRAMENT OF HOLY BAPTISM 

In the plain form in which it is to be taught by the head of a family. 

I. What is Baptism ? 

Answer. Baptism is not simply water, but it is the water com- 
prehended in God's command, and connected with God's Word. 

What is that Word of God ? 

Answer. It is that which our Lord Jesus Christ spake, as it is 
recorded in the last chapter of Matthew, verse 19: "Go ye, and teach 
all nations, baptizing them in the Name of the Father, and of the 
Son, and of the Holy Ghost." 

II. What gifts or benefits does Baptism confer ? 

Answer. It worketh forgiveness of sins, delivers from death and 
the devil, and confers everlasting salvation on all who believe, as the 
Word and promise of God declare. 

What are such words and promises of God ? 

Answer. Those which our Lord Jesus Christ spake, as they are 
recorded in the last chapter of Mark, verse 16: "He that believeth 
and is baptized, shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be 
damned." 



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III. How can water produce such great effects ? 

Answer. It is not the water indeed that produces these effects, 
but the Word of God, which accompanies and is connected with the 
water, and our faith, which relies on the Word of God, connected 
with the water. For the water, without the Word of God, is simply 
water and no baptism. But when connected with the Word of God, 
it is a baptism, that is, a gracious water of life and a "washing of 
regeneration" in the Holy Ghost; as St. Paul says to Titus, in the 
third chapter, verses 5-8: "According to His mercy He saved us, by 
the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost; which 
He shed on us abundantly through Jesus Christ our Saviour; that 
being justified by His grace, we should be made heirs according to 
the hope of eternal life. This is a faithful saying." 

IV. What does such baptizing with water signify ? 

Answer. It signifies that the old Adam in us is to be drowned 
and destroyed by daily sorrow and repentance, together with all sins 
and evil lusts; and that again the new man should daily come forth 
and rise, that shall live in the presence of God in righteousness and 
purity for ever. 

Where is it so written ? 

Answer. St. Paul, in the Epistle to the Romans, chapter 6, verse 
4, says: "We are buried with Christ by baptism into death; that like 
as He was raised up from the dead by the glory of the Father, even 
so we also should walk in newness of life." 



OF CONFESSION 

What is Confession ? 

Answer. Confession consists of two parts: the one is, that we 
confess Our sins; the other, that we receive absolution or forgiveness 
through the pastor as of God Himself, in no wise doubting, but firmly 
believing, that our sins are thus forgiven before God in heaven. 

What sins ought we to confess ? 

Answer. In the presence of God we should acknowledge ourselves 
guilty of all manner of sins, even of those which we do not ourselves 
perceive; as we do in the Lord's Prayer. But in the presence of 
the pastor we should confess those sins alone, of which we have 
knowledge, and which we feel in our hearts. 

Which are these? 

Answer. Here reflect on your condition, according to the Ten 
Commandments, namely : Whether you are a father or mother, 
a son or daughter, a master or mistress, a manservant or maid- 



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servant — whether you have been disobedient, unfaithful, slothful — 
whether you have injured any one by words or actions — whether 
you have stolen, neglected, or wasted aught, or done other evil. 



PART V 

THE SACRAMENT OF THE ALTAR, 

OR 

THE LORD'S SUPPER 

In the plain form in which it is to be taught by the head of a family. 

What is the Sacrament of the Altar ? 

Answer. It is the true Body and Blood of our Lord Jesus Ghrist, 
under the bread and wine, given unto us Christians to eat and to 
drink, as it was instituted by Christ Himself. 

Where is it so written ? 

Answer. The holy Evangelists, Matthew, Mark, and Luke, to- 
gether with St. Paul, write thus: 

"Our Lord Jesus Christ, the same night in which He was betrayed, 
took bread: and when He had given thanks, He brake it, and gave it 
to the disciples, and said, Take, eat; this is My Body, which is given 
for you: this do, in remembrance of Me. 

"After the same manner also He took the cup, when He had supped, 
gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, Drink ye all of it; this 
cup is the New Testament in My Blood, which is shed for you, for the 
remission of sins: this do ye, as oft as ve drink it, in remembrance 
of Me." 

What benefits are derived from such eating and drinking? 

Answer. They are pointed out in these words: "Given and shed 
for you, for the remission of sins." Namely, through these words, 
the remission of sins, life and salvation are granted unto us in the 
Sacrament. For where there is remission of sins, there are also life 
and salvation. 

How can the bodily eating and drinking produce such great effects? 

Answer. The eating and the drinking, indeed, do not produce 
them, but the words which stand here, namely: "Given, and shed 
for you, for the remission of sins." These words are, besides the 
bodily eating and drinking, the chief things in the Sacrament; and he 
who believes these words, has that which they declare and set forth, 
namely, the remission of sins. 



524 THE SMALL CATECHISM 

Who is it, then, that receives this Sacrament worthily ? 

Answer. Fasting and bodily preparation are indeed a good ex- 
ternal discipline; but he is truly worthy and well prepared, who be- 
lieves these words: "Given, and shed for you, for the remission of 
sins." But he who does not believe these words, or who doubts, is 
unworthy and unfit; for the words: "For you," require truly believ- 
ing hearts. 



MORNING AND EVENING PRAYER 

In the plain form in which it is to be taught by the head of a family. 

Morning 
1f In the Morning, when thou risest, thou shalt say: 

In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. 
Amen. 

If Then, kneeling or standing, thou shalt say the Apostles' Creed and 
the Lord's Prayer. 

If Then may est thou say this Prayer: 

I give thanks unto Thee, heavenly Father, through Jesus Christ 
Thy dear Son, that Thou hast protected me through the night from 
all danger and harm; and I beseech Thee to preserve and keep me, 
this day also, from all sin and evil; that in all my thoughts, words, 
and deeds, I may serve and please Thee. Into Thy hands I com- 
mend my body and soul, and all that is mine. Let Thy holy angel 
have charge concerning me, that the wicked one have no power over 
me. Amen. 

If And then shouldst thou go with joy to thy work, after a Hymn, or 
the Ten Commandments, or whatever thy devotion may suggest. 

Evening 

Tf In the Evening, when thou goest to bed, thou shalt say: 

In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. 
Amen. 

1f Then, kneeling or standing, thou shalt say the Apostles' Creed and 
the Lord's Prayer. 

1f Then may est thou say this Prayer: 

I give thanks unto Thee, heavenly Father, through Jesus Christ 
Thy dear Son, that Thou hast this day so graciously protected me, 
and I beseech Thee to forgive me all my sins, and the wrong which I 
have done, and by Thy great mercy defend me from all the perils and 
dangers of this night. Into Thy hands I commend my body and 



TABLE OF DUTIES 525 

soul, and all that is mine. Let Thy holy angel have charge concern- 
ing me, that the wicked one have no power over me. Amen. 

r And then lie down in peace, and sleep. 



BLESSING AND THANKSGIVING AT TABLE 

In the plain form in which they are to be taught by the head of a family. 

Before Meat 

r Before meat, the members of the family standing at the table rever- 
ently and with folded hands, there shall be said: 
The eyes of all wait upon Thee, O Lord: and Thou givest them 

their meat in due season. Thou openest Thine hand, and satisfiest 

the desire of every living thing. 

r Then shall be said the Lord's Prayer, and after that this Prayer: 

O Lord God, heavenly Father, bless unto us these Thy gifts, 
which of Thy tender kindness Thou hast betowed upon us, through 
Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. 

After Meat 

r After meat, all standing reverently and uith folded hands, there 
shall be said: 

O give thanks unto the Lord, for He is good; for His mercy en- 
dureth for ever. He giveth food to all flesh; He giveth to the beast 
his food, and to the young ravens which cry. He delighteth not in 
the strength of the horse; He taketh not pleasure in the legs of a man. 
The Lord taketh pleasure in them that fear Him: in those that hope 
in His mercy. 

r Then shall be said the Lord's Prayer, and after that this Prayer: 

We give thanks to Thee. O God our Father, for all Thy benefits, 
through Jesus Christ our Lord, Who with Thee liveth and reigneth 
for ever and ever. Amen. 



TABLE OF DUTIES 

Or, certain passages of the Scriptures, selected for various orders and 
conditions of men, wherein their respective duties are set forth. 

Bishops, Pastors, and Preachers 

A bishop must be blameless, the husband of one wife, vigilant, 
sober, of good behavior, given to hospitality, apt to teach; not 
given to wine, no striker, not greedy of filthy lucre; but patient, 



526 THE SMALL CATECHISM 

not a brawler, not covetous; one that ruleth well his own house, 
having his children in subjection with all gravity; not a novice, but 
holding fast the faithful Word as he hath been taught, that he may 
be able by sound doctrine both to exhort and to convince the gain- 
sayers. 1 Tim. 3:2-6; Tit 1:9. 

What Duties Hearers Owe their Bishops 

Even so hath the Lord ordained that they which preach the 
Gospel should live of* the Gospel. 1 Cor. 9:14. Let him that is 
taught in the Word communicate unto him that teacheth in all 
good things. Gal. 6:6. Let the elders that rule well be counted 
worthy of double honor, especially they who labor in Word and 
doctrine. For the Scripture saith, Thou shalt not muzzle the ox 
that treadeth out the corn. And, The laborer is worthy of his 
reward. 1 Tim. 5 : 17, 18. Obey them that have the rule over 
you, and submit yourselves; for they watch for your souls, as they 
that must give account, that they may do it with joy and not with 
grief; for that is unprofitable for you. Heb. 13:17. 

Magistrates 

Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there 
is no power but of God; the powers that be are ordained of God; 
for rulers are not a terror to good works, but to the evil. Wilt thou 
then not be afraid of the power? Do that which is good, and thou 
shalt have praise of the same; for he is the minister of God to thee 
for good. But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth 
not the sword in vain; for he is the minister of God, a revenger to 
execute wrath upon him that doeth evil. Rom. 13:1-4. 

What Duties Subjects Owe Magistrates 

Render therefore unto Caesar the things that are Csesar's. Matt. 
22:21. Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers, etc. 
Wherefore we must needs be subject, not only for wrath, but also 
for conscience' sake. For this cause pay ye tribute also; for they 
are God's ministers, attending continually upon this very thing. 
Render therefore to all their dues; tribute to whom tribute is due; 
custom to whom custom; fear to whom fear; honor to whom honor. 
Rom. 13 : 1, 5. I exhort, therefore, that, first of all, supplications, 
prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks be made for all men; for 
kings and for all that are in authority, that we may lead a quiet and 
peaceable life in all godliness and honesty. 1 Tim. 2. Put them in 
mind to be subject to principalities and powers, etc. Tit. 3:1. 
Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord's sake: 
whether it be to the king as supreme; or unto governors as unto them 
that are sent, etc. 1 Pet. 2:13. 



TABLE OF DUTIES 527 

Husbands 

Ye husbands, dwell with your wives according to knowledge, 
giving honor unto the wife as unto the weaker vessel, and as being 
heirs together of the grace of life; that your prayers be not hindered. 
1 Pet. 3:7. And be not bitter against them. Col. 3:19. 

Wives 

Wives, submit yourselves unto your husbands, as unto the Lord. 
Even as Sarah obeyed Abraham, calling him lord: whose daughters 
ve are, as long as ye do well, and are not afraid with any amazement. 
Eph. 5:22; 1 Pet. 3:6. 

Parents 

Ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them 
up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. Eph. 6:4. 

Children 

Children, obey your parents in the Lord: for this is right. Honor 
thy father and mother; which is the first commandment with promise; 
that it mav be well with thee, and thou mayest live long on the earth. 
Eph. 6:1-3. 

Male and Female Servants and Laborers 

Servants, be obedient to them that are your masters according 
to the flesh, with fear and trembling, in singleness of your heart, 
as unto Christ; not with eye-service, as men-pleasers ; but as the 
servants of Christ, doing the will of God from the heart; with good 
will doing service, as to the Lord, and not to men; knowing that 
whatsoever good thing any man doeth, the same shall he receive 
of the Lord, whether he be bond or free. Eph. 6:5-8. 

Masters and Mistresses 

Ye masters, do the same things unto them, forbearing threatening; 
knowing that your Master also is in heaven; neither is there respect 
of persons with Him. Eph. 6:9. 

Young Persons in general 

Likewise, ye younger, submit yourselves unto the eider. Yea, 
all of you be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility; 
for God resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble. Humble 
yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that He may 
exalt you in due time. 1 Pet. 5 : 5, 6. 



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Widows 

She that is a widow indeed, and desolate, trusteth in God, and 
continueth in supplications and prayers night and day; but she 
that liveth in pleasure is dead while she liveth. 1 Tim. 5:5, 6. 

Christians in general 

Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself. Herein are compre- 
hended all the commandments. Rom. 13 : 9, 10. And persevere in 
prayer for all men. 1 Tim. % : 1, 2. 

Happy the house where every one learns and does his duty. 



PREFACE TO THE 
COMMON SERVICE, 1888 



/ r T 1 HE Common Service] here offered for the use of Evangelical 
~~1 Lutheran Congregations[Jias been prepared by the joint action 
of the three General Bodies with which most of the Lutheran Con- 
gregations using the English language in public worship are con- 
nected. The General Synod South, in 1878, proposed to the General 
Synod and the General Council, to unite in the preparation of a 
Common Service Book for all English-speaking Lutherans/] The 
proposal was accepted, and the three Bodies united in establishing 
the Rule by which those charged with the preparation of the work 
should be guided, and by which all questions arising should be de- 
cided, to wit: "The common consent of the pure Lutheran Liturgies 
of the Sixteenth Century, and when there is not an entire agreement 
among them, the consent of the largest number of those of greatest 
weight." 

The Lutheran Reformers began early to revise and purify the 
Service of the Church, and to introduce the language of the people. 
Luther led the way in this work in 1523, with his treatises: "Of the 
Order of Divine Service in the Congregation," and, later in the same 
year, his "Form of the Mass and of Communion for the Church at 
Wittenberg." John Bugenhagen, chief pastor at Wittenberg, pub- 
lished "An Order of Christian Mass, as it is held at Wittenberg, 
1524"; and in December of that year, Conrad Rupff, the Chapel 
Master of the Duke of Saxony, and especially his assistant and suc- 
cessor, John Walther, aided Luther in arranging music for the Service 
in German, and the whole chapel came from Torgau to take part in 
its introduction. In 1525 Doeber's Evangelical Mass was introduced 
at Xurnberg, and the "Teutsch Kirchenambt," at Strassburg. "The 
Order of Government and Worship" for the Duchy of Prussia was 
issued in 1.52.5, that for Brunswick in 1528, that for Hamburg in 
1.529, and during the next few years, a large number of cities and 
countries in Germany issued their German Orders of Service. In 
1.533 three Orders of great importance appeared: that for Branden- 
burg- Xurnberg; that for the city and jurisdiction of W'ittenberg, 
which superseded the personal Orders of Luther and Bugenhagen 
and thereafter was used by them; and that for the whole Electoral 
Saxony, in the Visitation Articles. 

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That in the multitude of these works, the directions for the Services 
of Worship should at first differ from each other is but natural. But, 
after a time, these divergencies take a more definite form, and there 
appears in Saxony and throughout the countries north of it, the most 
generally accepted type of Lutheran Liturgies. When, after the 
death of Duke George, the Reformation took place in the Duchy of 
Saxony, Justus Jonas prepared the Order of Government and Wor- 
ship, 1539, with the aid of Spalatin, Cruciger and Myconius, and in 
consultation with all the Saxon theologians, and it became at once 
and permanently a standard of Lutheran Service. To this class of 
Lutheran Liturgies belong also those of Mecklenburg, Liineburg, 
Calenberg, and of many North German cities and States, in their 
successive editions, in whose preparation Bugenhagen, Melanchthon, 
Chemnitz, Andreae, Arndt, and other illustrious men had part. 

The Common Service here presented is intended to reproduce in 
English the consensus of these pure Lutheran Liturgies. It is there- 
fore no new Service, such as the personal tastes of those who have 
prepared it would have selected and arranged ; but it is the old Luth- 
eran Service, prepared by the men whom God raised up to reform 
the Service, as well as the doctrine and life of the Church, and whom 
He plenteously endowed with the gifts of the Holy Ghost. 

The Lutheran Liturgies of the Sixteenth Century were not new and 
original works, created by the Reformers, but they were chiefly 
revisions of the Services of the Latin Church, with some additions, 
all however in the language of the people. The Sermon has a greatly 
increased importance, and the purity of doctrine is most carefully 
guarded; church-song takes a new flight; an addition is made here and 
there, as of the General Prayer, the Exhortation to Communicants, 
or some other new feature; but the whole outline and structure of the 
Service of the Western Church for a thousand years before the 
Reformation is preserved. Whatever seemed to the Reformers to 
be contrary to the pure teaching of Holy Scripture was removed, 
whatever was pure and Scriptural was retained in the old order of 
parts, and thus the continuous succession of pure Service was un- 
broken. 

The whole series of Introits, Collects, Epistles and Gospels, as 
found in The Common Service, was finally completed, after some 
centuries of growth, in the reign and domain of Charlemagne, and is 
found in the Missals of the German and French- Provinces of that 
time. Though differing from the Roman use, it continued in force in 
Germany until the Reformation, and it was finally set aside by the 
Council of Trent. Of the Sunday Collects, there are but few which 
have not been in continuous use for more than twelve hundred years. 
With some difference in the days for which they are appointed, most 
of these beautiful Collects are now in use in all Roman Catholic 
Churches, though only in Latin; in the Lutheran Churches of Ger- 
many, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, the United States, and wherever 



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scattered throughout the world; and in the Church of England 
throughout the whole empire, as well as in the Protestant Episcopal 
Church in this country. Here is indeed a Communion of Saints. 

In the Providence of God, it was allotted to the Lutheran Church, 
first of all, to revise, purify and translate the Service at the time of 
the Reformation. She did this important work, not for herself alone, 
but for all Protestants who retained any parts of the old Service. 
The Lutheran Revision of the Communion Service had been issued 
in many editions, for use in many States and cities, had been fully 
tested by more than twenty years of continuous use, and had even, 
at Luther's instigation, been provided with complete music, varied 
for all the Festivals, for full Choral Service, and issued in a superb 
volume, before the revision of the old Service was made by the 
Anglican Church and issued in the First Prayer Book of Edward 
VI. 

There is an extremely close agreement between this first Prayer 
Book of the Church of England and The Common Service. It is due 
to these causes. The Sarum and other Anglican Missals, from which 
the revision and translation were made, agreed almost entirely with 
the Bamberg, Mainz, and other German Missals, differing with them 
from the Roman. Archbishop Cranmer, Primate of the Anglican 
Church, and head of the commission which prepared the Prayer 
Book, was intimately acquainted with the Lutheran Service, having 
spent a year and a half in Germany in conference with theologians 
and princes, and he was most intimate with Osiander when he was 
at work on the Brandenburg-Xurnberg Order, in 1532. Two Luth- 
eran Professors were called to the English Universities, and aided in 
this work, one of whom, Bucer, had with Melanchthon and others 
prepared the Revised Order of Cologne, 1543. And finally, during 
the years from 1535 to 1549, there had been constantly recurring em- 
bassies and conferences between the Anglican and Lutheran divines 
and rulers. It is therefore not at all strange that the first and best 
Service Book of the Church of England should have so closely fol- 
lowed the Lutheran use as to present very few divergencies from it. 
And should that Church and her daughters return to the use of the 
Book of Edward VI, as many of her most learned and devout mem- 
bers have ever wished, there would be an almost entire harmony in 
the Services of Worship between the two daughters of the Reforma- 
tion, who both have purified and then have preserved the Services of 
the Christian Church of the olden time. 

This Common Service is in its newest parts as old as the time of 
the Reformation; in its order and in the great body of its contents, 
it represents the pure Service of the Christian Church of the West 
from the earliest times; it embraces all the essentials of worship from 
the establishment of the Christian Church on earth; and it has given 
expression to the devotions of countless millions of believers, through- 
out many generations. It can lay claim, as no other Order of Service 



532 PREFACE, 1888 



now in use can, to be the Common Service of the Christian Church 
of all ages. It can reasonably be tendered to all Protestants, who 
use a fixed Order, as the Service of the future, as it is of the past. 

But no Order of Service, however pure, ancient, or widely observed, 
can be made absolutely binding on the Congregation. The ordering 
of the Services of Worship has been placed by Christ in the liberty of 
the Church, under the guidance of the Holy Ghost. On this subject 
our Confessions are very clear. "Unto the true unity of the Church, 
it is sufficient to agree concerning the doctrine of the Gospel and the 
administration of the Sacraments. Nor is it necessary that human 
traditions, rites, or ceremonies instituted by mem should be alike 
everywhere." Augsburg Confession, Art. VII. "We believe that 
the true unity of the Church is not injured by dissimilar rites, insti- 
tuted by men. Although it is pleasing to us that, for the sake of 
unity and good order, universal rites be observed." Apology, Chap. 
IV. 33. "We believe, teach, and confess, that the Church of God 
of every place and every time has the power, according to its cir- 
cumstances, to change such ceremonies, in such manner as may be 
most useful and edifying to the Church of God." Formula of Con- 
cord, I, Chap. X. 4- "We reject and condemn as wrong when these 
ordinances of men are urged by force upon the Congregation of God 
as necessary." II. Chap. X. 27. On the other hand, our Confessors 
are equally clear in affirming their belief that such ancient Services 
as were pure should be retained. "But we cheerfully maintain the 
old traditions made in the Church for the sake of usefulness and 
tranquility; and our enemies falsely accuse us of abolishing good 
ordinances." Apology, VIII. 38, 39. And they showed the sincer- 
ity of this conviction practically, by their revision of the old Services, 
and the establishment of the revised Order in every Lutheran land 
and city. 

In agreement with this principle and practice, the General Bodies 
which have prepared The Common Service, commend it to all Luth- 
eran Congregations. But at the same time they declare that they 
dare not make any Order of Service binding on the congregation, 
and that no Order of Service should be used any longer than it serves 
to edification. They have agreed to furnish the full Lutheran Ser- 
vice, with all its provisions, for all who wish to use it. But they also 
declare, that if, at any time or place, the use of the full Service is 
not desired, it is in entire conformity with good Lutheran usage to 
use a simpler Service, in which only the principal parts, in their 
order, are contained. 

This Service has, during its preparation, received the approval of 
those connected with the several General Bodies engaged in it, with 
a remarkable unanimity. There seems to be a strong desire for this 
bond of union; a general wish for the restoration of the pure Services 
of our Fathers; a hearty consent to the principles which ruled them 
in their revision of the old Services; a longing for unity in the Ser- 



PREFACE, 1888 533 



vices of worship between all believers ; and a conviction that a historic 
Service furnishes the only basis of such agreement. 

This Common Service of the Reformers may well be placed by the 
side of the Confession of Augsburg, the one the Central Service, the 
other the Central Confession, of the Protestant Churches. We 
would gladly behold the day when the One, Holy, Catholic, Chris- 
tian Church, shall use one Order of Service, and unite in one Confes- 
sion of Faith. 

Holy Week, 1888. 



PREFACE TO THE 
COMMON SERVICE BOOK, 1917 



THE Common Service Book of the Lutheran Church contains 
the standard revised text of The Common Service of 1888, 
newly edited Orders for Occasional Services, and other matter of a 
liturgical nature. It has been prepared by authority of the General 
Bodies that authorized The Common Service, and is accompanied 
by a Common Hymnal. 

The Committee was instructed to follow, as far as possible, the 
Rule under which the text of The Common Service was originally 
prepared. It has endeavored to be faithful to the spirit of the Rule, 
but in the preparation of the Orders for Occasional Services has been 
obliged to accept the responsibility which rests upon the Church of 
every time and place, of adapting all its regulations to the purpose of 
edification. 

In the compilation of The Hymnal the Committee has sought to 
include the largest possible number of the classical hymns of the 
Church of all lands and times, particularly those which were produced 
in the age and by the spirit of the Protestant Reformation. It has 
applied the standards of literary merit and extent of usage to all 
hymns, but the final test has been that of agreement with the faith 
and spirit of the Lutheran Church. 

The Hymnal differs in its structure from preceding English Luth- 
eran Hymnals in the fact that it has been prepared in complete 
harmony with the spirit of the Liturgy and with the evangelical 
principle of the Church Year. In this it returns, after more than a 
century, to the plan adopted by Henry Melchior Muhlenberg in the 
first American Lutheran Hymnal (1786). 

At no time in the history of the Lutheran Church has a Liturgy 
and Hymnal been provided of such comprehensive character and for 
use over such a wide extent of territory. The favor which The 
Common Service has enjoyed, even outside the Bodies that author- 
ized it, awakens the hope that The Common Service Book may 
sooner or later meet the needs of the entire Lutheran Church in 
America. 

Thus this Book, put forth during the Quadricentennial Year of 
the Reformation, witnesses to the essential strength and spiritual 
oneness of the Lutheran Church in America, and is a fruit of the 
desire for closer approach to common standards in its devotional 
life and usages. 

Whitsuntide, 1917. • 

534 



COMMON SERVICE BOOK 

OF THE 

LUTHERAN CHURCH 



THE HYMNAL 



Authorized by 

THE UNITED LUTHERAN CHUBCH 
IN AMERICA 



Copyright, 1919, by 

THE UNITED LUTHERAN CHURCH IN AMERICA 



THE HYMNAL 


1-16 

17-34 

35,36 

37-48 

49 

50,51 

52-57 

58-79 

80-85 

86-88 

89-98 

99-105 

106, 107 

108-119 

120-124 

125-138 

139-157 

158-165 


1 

166- 
173- 
176- 
181- 
195- 


BYMNS 

-165 

-172 

-175 
-180 
-194 
-253 


CONTENTS 

The Church Year 

Advent 


Christmas 

Circumcision and Xame of Jesus 

Epiphany 

The Transfiguration 


The Presentation of Christ 

Septuagesima to Lent 

Lent 


Lent : Litany Hymns . . 

Palm Sunday 

Holy Week 

Good Friday 

Easter Eve 

Easter 


Ascension 

Kingdom and Glory of Christ 

Whitsunday — the Holy Spirit 

Trinity Sunday — the Holy Trinity 

The Word 






Confirmation 




The Holy Communion 

The Church 




General 

The Ministry 

Missions 

Foreign Missions 

Home and Inner Missions 

The Sanctuary 

The Church Triumphant 

3 


195-209 
210-215 
216-218 
219-231 
232-238 
239-244 
245-253 



4 CONTENTS 




HYMN8 


The Christian Life 


254-418 


General 


. . . 254-272 


Prayer, Praise and Thanksgiving .... 


. . . 273-311 


Repentance 


. . . 312-325 


Faith 


. . . 326-342 


Communion with Christ 


. . . 343-374 


Christian Service 


. . . 375-387 


Cross and Comfort 


. .. 388-413 


The Family 


. .. 414-418 


Times and Seasons 


419-503 


At the Opening of Service 


. .. 419-429 


At the Close of Service 


. . . 430-438 


The Lord's Day 


. . . 439-444 


Morning 


. . . 445-455 


Evening 


. . . 456-478 


New Year 


. . . 479-482 


Harvest 


. .. 483-488 


National . . , 


. . . 489-499 


On Land and Sea 


. .. 500-503 


Life Everlasting 


504-529 


Death 


. . . 504-510 


Resurrection 


. . . 511-513 


Judgment 


. . . 514, 515 


Heaven 


. . . 516-529 


Hymns for Children 


530-577 


Indexes 


......... 451-495 


Supplementary Hymns 


. . 451-457 


Originals of Translated Hymns 


. . 458-464 


Authors, Translators and Sources. . . 


. . 465-478 


First Lines of Hymns 


. . . 479-495 



THE HYMNAL 



ADVENT 8 8, 8 8, 8 8. 

OCOME, O come, Emmanuel, 
And ransom captive Israel, 
That mourns in lonely exile here 
Until the Son of God appear. 
Rejoice! rejoice! Emmanuel 
Shall come to thee, O Israel! 

2 O come, Thou Rod of Jesse, free 
Thine own from Satan's tyranny; 
From depths of hell Thy people save 
And give them victory o'er the grave. 

Rejoice! rejoice! Emmanuel 
Shall come to thee, O Israel ! 

3 O come, Thou Day-Spring, come and cheer 
Our spirits by Thine Advent here; 

And drive away the shades of night, 
And pierce the clouds and bring us light! 

Rejoice! rejoice! Emmanuel 

Shall come to thee, O Israel! 

4 O come, Thou Key of David, come, 
And open wide our heavenly home; 
Make safe the way that leads on high, 
And close the path to misery. 

Rejoice! rejoice! Emmanuel 
Shall come to thee, O Israel ! 

Latin Antiphons, XI Century. 

Latin Hymn, XV III Century. 

Tr John Mason Neate, 1851, 186K 



THE CHURCH YEAR 



o 



2 L.M. 

|N Jordan's banks the herald's cry 
Announces that the Lord is nigh; 
Come then and hearken, for he brings 
Glad tidings from the King of kings. 

2 Then cleansed be every breast from sin, 
Make straight the way for God within, 
And let us all our hearts prepare 
For Christ to come and enter there. 

3 For Thou art our salvation, Lord, 
Our refuge and our great reward; 
Without Thy grace we waste away, 
Like flowers that wither and decay. 

4 Stretch forth Thy hand, to health restore, 
And make us rise, to fall no more; 
Once more upon Thy people shine, 
And fill the world with love divine. 

5 All praise, Eternal Son, to Thee 
Whose Advent sets Thy people free, 
Whom, with the Father, we adore, 
And Holy Ghost for evermore. 

Charles Coffin, 1736. Tr. John Chandler, J S3?, a. 



8 7, 8 7. 

HARK! a thrilling voice is sounding: 
"Christ is nigh!" it seems to say; 
"Cast away the works of darkness, 
O ye children of the day!" 

2 Startled at the solemn warning, 

Let the earth-bound soul arise; 

Christ, our Sun, all sloth dispelling, 

Shines upon the morning skies. 

3 Lo, the Lamb, so long expected. 

Comes with pardon down from heaven; 
Let us haste, with tears of sorrow, 
One and all, to be forgiven. 



ADVENT 



4 So when next He comes in glory, 

And the world is wrapped in fear, 
May He then as our Defender 
On the clouds of heaven appear. 

5 Honor, glory, might and blessing 

To the Father and the Son, 
With the Everlasting Spirit, 

One in Three, and Three in One. 

Hymn of V Century. Tr. Edw. Caswall, 181,9. a. 

S. M. 

THE Advent of our God 
Our prayers must now employ, 
And we must meet Him on His road 
With hymns of holy joy. 

2 The Everlasting Son 

Incarnate deigns to be; 
Himself a servant's form puts on, 
To set His people free. 

3 Daughter of Zion, rise 

To meet thy lowly King, 
Nor let thy faithless heart despise 
The peace He comes to bring. 

4 As Judge, on clouds of light, 

He soon will come again, 
And all His scattered saints unite 
With Him in heaven to reign. 

5 Before the dawning day 

Let sin's dark deeds be gone; 
The old man all be put away, 
The new man all put on! 

6 All glory to the Son, 

Who comes to set us free, 
With Father, Spirit, ever One, 
Through all eternity. 

Charles Coffin, 1736. Tr. John Chandler, 1837. a. 



8* THE CHURCH YEAR 

O Irregular. 

WAKE, awake, for night is flying, 
The watchmen on the heights are crying: 
Awake, Jerusalem, at last! 
Midnight hears the welcome voices, 
And at the thrilling cry rejoices: 

Come forth, ye virgins, night is past! 
The Bridegroom comes, awake, 
Your lamps with gladness take; 
Hallelujah ! 
And for His marriage feast prepare, 
For ye must go to meet Him there. 

2 Zion hears the watchmen singing, 
And all her heart with joy is springing; 

She wakes, she rises from her gloom; 
For her Lord comes down all-glorious, 
The Strong in grace, in truth Victorious, 
Her Star is risen, her Light is come ! 
Ah, come, Thou blessed Lord! 
O Jesus, Son of God, 
Hallelujah! 
We follow till the halls we see 
Where Thou hast bid us sup with Thee. 

3 Now let all the heavens adore Thee, 
And men and angels sing before Thee, 

With harp and cymbal's clearest tone; 
Of one pearl each shining portal, 
Where we are with the choir immortal 
Of angels round Thy dazzling throne; 
Nor eye hath seen, nor ear 
Hath yet attained to hear 
What there is ours; 
But we rejoice, and sing to Thee 
Our hymn of joy eternally. 

Philipp Nicolai, 1599. 
Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1858. 



ADVENT 



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6 7 6, 7.6. D. 

HOW shall I receive Thee, 
How greet Thee, Lord, aright? 
All nations long to see Thee, 

My Hope, my heart's delight! 
O kindle. Lord, most holy, 

Thy lamp within my breast, 
To do in spirit lowly 

All that may please Thee best. 



2 Thy Zion palms is strewing, 

And branches fresh and fair; 
My heart, its powers renewing, 

An anthem shall prepare. 
My soul puts off her sadness 

Thy glories to proclaim; 
With all her strength and gladness 

She fain would serve Thy Name. 

3 I lay in fetters groaning, 

Thou com'st to set me free! 
I stood, my shame bemoaning, 

Thou com'st to honor me! 
A glory Thou dost give me, 

A treasure safe on high, 
That will not fail nor leave me 

As earthly riches fly. 

4 Love caused Thy Incarnation, 

Love brought Thee down to me; 
Thy thirst for my salvation 

Procured my liberty. 
O love beyond all telling, 

That led Thee to embrace 
In love, all love excelling, 

Our lost and fallen race! 



10 THE CHURCH YEAR 

5 Rejoice then, ye sad-hearted, 

Who sit in deepest gloom, 
Who mourn o'er joys departed, 

And tremble at your doom; 
He Who alone can cheer you 

Is standing at the door; 
He brings His pity near you, 

And bids you weep no more. 

Paul Gerhardt, 1653. 
Tr. Arthur Tozer Russell, 1851. a. 



E 



8 8, 8 8, 8 8, 6 6. 
IFT up your heads, ye mighty gates ! 



Behold the King of Glory waits; 
The King of kings is drawing near, 
The Saviour of the world is here; 
Life and salvation He doth bring, 
Wherefore rejoice, and gladly sing: 

We praise Thee, Father, now, 

Creator, wise art Thou ! 

2 The Lord is just, a Helper tried, 
Mercy is ever at His side; 

His kingly crown is holiness, 

His sceptre, pity in distress, 

The end of all our woe He brings; 

Wherefore the earth is glad and sings: 

We praise Thee, Saviour, now, 

Mighty in deed art Thou! 

3 O blest the land, the city blest, 
Where Christ the Ruler is confest! 
O happy hearts and happy homes 

To whom this King in triumph comes! 
The cloudless Sun of joy He is, 
Who bringeth pure delight and bliss: 

O Comforter Divine, 

What boundless grace is Thine! 



ADVENT 11 



4 Redeemer, come! I open wide 

My heart to Thee; here, Lord, abide! 
Let me Thy inner presence know, 
Thy grace and love on me bestow; 
Thy Holy Spirit guide us on, 
Until our glorious goal be won! 

Eternal praise and fame 

We offer to Thy Name. 

Georg Weissel. d. 16S5. 
Tr. Catherine Winkworth. 18-55. a. 

8 8 7,87,77,88. 

COMFORT, comfort ye, My people, 
Speak ye peace, thus saith our God; 
Comfort those who sit in darkness, 

Mourning 'neath their sorrow's load; 
Speak ye to Jerusalem 
Of the peace that waits for them; 
Tell her that her sins I cover, 
And her warfare now is over. 

2 For the herald's voice is crying 

In the desert far and near, 
Bidding all men to repentance, 

Since the kingdom now is here. 
O, that warning cry obey! 
Now prepare for God a way! 
Let the valleys rise to meet Him, 
And the hills bow down to greet Him. 

3 Make ye straight what long was crooked, 

Make the rougher places plain; 
Let your hearts be true and humble, 

As befits His holy reign; 
For the glory of the Lord 
Now o'er earth is shed abroad, 
And all flesh shall see the token 
That His Word is never broken. 

Johannes Olearius, 1671. Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1863. a. 



12 THE CHURCH YEAR 



9 C. M. 

ARK the glad sound! the Saviour comes, 
The Saviour promised long; 
Let every heart prepare a throne, 
And every voice a song. 



H 



2 He comes, the prisoners to release 

In Satan's bondage held : 
The gates of brass before Him burst, 
The iron fetters yield. 

3 He comes, the broken heart to bind, 

The bleeding soul to cure, 
And with the treasures of His grace 
To enrich the humble poor. 

4 Our glad hosannas, Prince of Peace, 

Thy welcome shall proclaim; 
And heaven's eternal arches ring 
With Thy beloved Name. 

Philip Doddridge. 1735. 



O 



10 6 6, 6 6, 6 6. 

k NCE He came in blessing, 
All our ills redressing, 
Came in likeness lowly, 
Son of God most holy; 
Bore the Cross to save us, 
Hope and freedom gave us. 

2 Still He comes within us, 
Still His voice would win us 
From the sins that hurt us; 
Would to truth convert us 
From our foolish errors, 
Ere He comes in terrors. 

3 Thus if thou hast known Him, 
Not ashamed to own Him, 



ADVENT 13 



Nor dost love Him coldly, 
But will trust Him boldly, 
He will now receive thee, 
Heal thee, and forgive thee. 

4 He who w r ell endureth, 
Bright reward secure th; 
Come then, O Lord Jesus, 
From our sins release us; 
Let us here confess Thee, 
Till in heaven we bless Thee. 



o 



John Horn (Roh), 15U. 
Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1863. a. 

CM. 
VERY God of very God, 
And very Light of Light, 
Whose feet this earth's dark valley trod, 
That so it might be bright; 

2 Our hopes are weak, our foes are strong, 
Thick darkness blinds our eyes; 
Cold is the night, and O, we long 
That Thou, our Sun, wouldst rise! 

S And even now, though dull and gray, 
The east is brightening fast, 
And kindling to the perfect day 
That never shall be past. 

4 guide us till our path be done, 
And we have reached the shore 

Where Thou, our everlasting Sun, 
Art shining evermore ! 

5 We wait in faith, and turn our face 
To where the daylight springs, 

Till Thou shalt come our gloom to chase, 
With healing on Thy wings. 

John Mason Neale, 18^6. 
Based on Latin Antivhon "0 Oriens." 



14 THE CHURCH YEAR 



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12 , 8 7, 8 7. D. 

OME, Thou long-expected Jesus, 
Born to set Thy people free; 
From our fears and sins release us; 
* Let us find our rest in Thee. 
Israel's Strength and Consolation, 
Hope of all the earth Thou art, 
Dear Desire of every nation, 
Joy of every longing heart. 

2 Born Thy people to deliver; 

Born a Child, and yet a King; 
Born to reign in us forever, 

Now Thy gracious kingdom bring. 
By Thine own Eternal Spirit 

Rule in all our hearts alone; 
By Thine all-sufficient merit 

Raise us to Thy glorious throne. 

Charles Wesley, 17 U. 



R 



13 7 6, 7 6. D, 

EJOICE, all ye believers, 
And let your lights appear ! 
The evening is advancing 

And darker night is near. 
The Bridegroom is arising, 

And soon will He draw nigh. 
Up! pray, and watch, and wrestle — 
At midnight comes the cry! « 

2 The watchers on the mountain 

Proclaim the Bridegroom near; 
Go meet Him as He cometh, 

With hallelujahs clear. 
The marriage-feast is waiting, 

The gates wide open stand; 
Up, up, ye heirs of glory; 

The Bridegroom is at hand! 



ADVENT 15 



* 3 Ye saints, who here in patience 

Your cross and sufferings bore, 
Shall live and reign for ever, 

When sorrow is no more. 
Around the throne of glory 

The Lamb ye shall behold, 
In triumph cast before Him 

Your diadems of gold! 

4 Our Hope and Expectation, 

O Jesus, now appear; 
Arise, Thou Sun so longed for, 

O'er this benighted sphere! 
With hearts and hands uplifted, 

We plead, O Lord, to see 
The day of earth's redemption, 

That brings us unto Thee ! 

Laurentius Laurenti, 1700. 
Tr. Sarah Borthwick Findlater, 185 If.. 

14 C. M. 

THE King shall come when morning dawns, 
And light triumphant breaks; 
When beauty gilds the eastern hills, 
And life to joy awakes. 

2 Not as of old a little child 

To bear, and fight, and die, 
But crowned with glory like the sun 
That lights the morning sky. 

3 O brighter than the rising morn 

When He, victorious, rose, 
And left the lonesome place of death, 
Despite the rage of foes; — 

4 O brighter than that glorious morn 

Shall this fair morning be 
When Christ, our King, in beauty comes, 
And we His face shall see. 



16 THE CHURCH YEAR 

5 The King shall come when morning dawrfs, 

And earth's dark night is past; 
O haste the rising of that morn, 
The day that aye shall last. 

6 And let the endless bliss begin, 

By weary saints foretold, 
When right shall triumph over wrong, 
And truth shall be extolled. 

7 The King shall come when morning dawns, 

And light and beauty brings; 
Hail, Christ the Lord! Thy people pray, 
Come quickly, King of kings. 

John Brownlie, 1907. 
Based on the Greek. 

15 C. M. 

ARISE, the kingdom is at hand, 
L The King is drawing nigh; 
Arise with joy, thou faithful band, 
To meet the Lord Most High! 

2 Look up, ye souls weighed down with care, 

The Sovereign is not far; 
Look up, faint hearts, from your despair, 
Behold the Morning Star! 

3 Look up, ye drooping hearts, to-day ! 

The King is very near; 
O cast your griefs and fears away, 
For lo, your Help is here ! 

4 Hope, O ye broken hearts, at last! 

The King comes on in might; 
He loved us in the ages past, 
When we lay wrapt in night. 



ADVENT 17 



5 Xow fear and wrath to joy give place, 

Now are our sorrows o'er, 
Since God hath made us in His grace 
His children evermore. 

6 For this we raise a gladsome voice 

On high to Thee alone, 
And evermore with thanks rejoice 
Before Thy glorious throne. 

Johann Rist, 1651. 
Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1858. 



16 L. M. 

ESUS, Thy Church with longing eyes 
For Thine expected coming waits : 
When will the promised Light arise, 
And glory beam from Zion's gates? 



j 



2 E'en now, when tempests round us fall, 

And wintry clouds o'ercast the sky, 
Thy words with pleasure we recall, 
And deem that our redemption's nigh. 

3 Come, gracious Lord, our hearts renew, 

Our foes repel, our wrongs redress, 
Man's rooted enmity subdue, 

And crown Thy Gospel with success. 

4 O come, and reign o'er every land; 

Let Satan from his throne be hurled. 
All nations bow to Thy command, 
And grace revive a dying world. 

5 Teach us in watchfulness and prayer 

To wait for the appointed hour; 
And fit us by Thy grace to share 

The triumphs of Thy conquering power. 

William Hiley Bathhurst, 1831. 



18 THE CHURCH YEAR 

17 CHRISTMAS 7 6, 7 6. 

A GREAT and mighty wonder 
Our Christmas Festal brings; 
On earth, a lowly Infant, 
Behold the King of kings ! 

2 The Word is made incarnate, 

Descending from on high; 
And cherubim sing anthems 
To shepherds from the sky. 

3 And we with them triumphant, 

Repeat the hymn again: 
"To God on high be glory, 
And peace on earth to men!" 

4 Since all He comes to ransom, 

By all be He adored, 
The Infant born in Bethlehem, 
The Saviour and the Lord! 

5 All idol forms shall perish, 

And error shall decay, 
And Christ shall wield His sceptre, 
Our Lord and God for aye. 

Germanus of Constantinople, d. 731^. 
Tr. John Mason Neale, 1862. a. 



18 L. M. 

LL praise to Thee, Eternal Lord, 
Clothed in a garb of flesh and blood; 
Choosing a manger for Thy throne, 
While worlds on worlds are Thine alone. 



A 1 



2 Once did the skies before Thee bow; 
A Virgin's arms contain Thee now; 
Angels, who did in Thee rejoice, 
Now listen for Thine infant voice. 



CHRISTMAS 19 



3 A little child, Thou art our guest, 
That weary ones in Thee may rest — 
Forlorn and lowly is Thy birth, 

That we may rise to heaven from earth. 

4 Thou comest in the darksome night, 
To make us children of the light, 
To make us in the realms divine, 

Like Thine own angels, round Thee shine. 

5 All this for us Thy love hath done; 
By this to Thee our love is won; 
For this we tune our cheerful lays, 

And shout our thanks in ceaseless praise. 

Latin of XI Century. German of XIV Century. 
Martin Luther, 152k- Tr. Anonymous, 1858. 

19 L. M. 

GOOD news from heaven the angels bring, 
Glad tidings to the earth they sing: 
To us this day a Child is given, 
To crown us with the joy of heaven. 

2 This is the Christ, our God and Lord, 
Who in all need shall aid afford; 

He will Himself our Saviour be, 
From all our sins to set us free. 

3 All hail, Thou noble Guest, this morn, 
Whose love did not the sinner scorn; 
In my distress Thou com'st to me; 
What thanks shall I return to Thee? 

4 Were earth a thousand ftmes as fair, 
Beset with gold and jewels rare, 
She yet were far too poor to be 

A narrow cradle, Lord, for Thee. 

5 Ah, dearest Jesus, Holy Child, 
Make thee a bed, soft, undefiled, 
Within my heart, that it may be 
A quiet chamber kept for Thee. 



20 THE CHURCH YEAR 

6 Praise God upon His heavenly throne, 
Who gave to us His only Son; 
For this His hosts, on joyful wing, 
A blest New Year of mercy sing. 

Martin Luther, 1535. Trs. Arthur Tozer Russell, 1848. a. 

Catherine Winkworth, 1855. 

20 8 7,87,877. 

OF the Father's love begotten, 
Ere the worlds began to be, 
He is Alpha and Omega, 

He the source, the ending He, 
Of the things that are, that have been, 
And that future years shall see, 
Evermore and evermore. 

2 Oh, that Birth forever blessed! 

When the Virgin, full of grace, 
By the Holy Ghost conceiving, 

Bare the Saviour of our race, 
And the Babe, the world's Redeemer, 

First revealed His sacred face, 
Evermore and evermore. 

3 O ye heights of heaven adore Him; 

Angel-hosts, His praises sing; 
Powers, dominions, bow before Him, 

And extol our God and King; 
Let no tongue on earth be silent, 

Every voice in concert ring 
Evermore and evermore. 

4 Christ, to Thee, with God the Father, 

And, O Holy Ghost, to Thee, 
Hymn and chant and high thanksgiving 

And unending praises be, 
Honor, glory and dominion, 

And eternal victory, 

Evermore and evermore. 

Aurelius Clemens Prudentius, d. 413. 
St. 1-3, Tr. J. M Neale, 185 k. a. St. 4, Tr. H. W. Baker, 1861. 



CHRISTMAS 21 



21 11 n, ii ii. 

COME hither, ye faithful, triumphantly sing; 
Come see in the manger the angels' dread King! 
To Bethlehem hasten, with joyful accord; 
O come ye, come hither, to worship the Lord ! 

2 True Son of the Father, He comes from the skies; 
To be born of a Virgin He does not despise; 

To Bethlehem hasten, with joyful accord; 
O come ye, come hither, to worship the Lord! 

3 Hark, hark, to the angels, all singing in heaven, 
"To God in the highest all glory be given!" 

To Bethlehem hasten, with joyful accord: 
» O come ye, come hither, to worship the Lord! 

4 To Thee, then, O Jesus, this day of Thy birth, 
Be glory and honor through heaven and earth; 
True Godhead incarnate, omnipotent Word! 

O come, let us hasten to worship the Lord ! 

Latin Hymn of XVII Century. 
Tr. Edward Caswall, 1819. a. 



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22 8, 3 3, 6. D. 

LL my heart this night rejoices, 
As I hear, 
Far and near, 
Sweetest angel voices; 
"Christ is born," their choirs are singing 
Till the kir 
Ev'rywhere 
Now with joy is ringing. 

2 Hark ! a voice from yonder manger, 
Soft and sweet, 
Doth entreat, 
"Flee from woe and danger; 



22 THE CHURCH YEAR 

Brethren, come; from all that grieves you 

You are freed; 

All you need 
I will surely give you." 

3 Come, then, let us hasten yonder; 

Here let all, 

Great and small, 
Kneel in awe and wonder, 
Love Him Who with love is yearning; 

Hail the star 

That from far 
Bright with hope is burning. 

Paul Gerhardl, 1653. Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1858. 

23 L. M. 

THE happy Christmas comes once more, 
The heavenly Guest is at the door, 
The blessed words the shepherds thrill, 
The joyous tidings: "Peace, good- will." . 

2 The lowly Saviour meekly lies, 
Laid off the splendor of the skies; 
No crown bedecks His forehead fair, 
No pearl, nor gem, nor silk is there. 

3 O Holy Child, Thy manger gleams 

Till earth and heaven glow with its beams, 
Till midnight noon's broad light hath won, 
And Jacob's Star outshines the sun. 

4 Thou patriarchs' Joy, Thou prophets' Song, 
Thou heavenly Day-Spring, looked-for long, 
Thou Son of Man, incarnate Word, 

Great David's Son, great David's Lord ! 

5 Come, Jesus, glorious heavenly Guest, 
Keep Thine own Christmas in our breast, 
Then David's harpstrings, hushed so long, 
Shall swell our jubilee of song. 

Nicolai F. S. Grundtvig, d. 1812. Tr. Charles Porterfield Krauth, 1868. 






CHRISTMAS 23 



24 10 10, 10 10,1010. 

CHRISTIANS, awake, salute the happy morn, 
Whereon the Saviour of the world was born; 
Rise to adore the mystery of love, 
Which hosts of angels chanted from above; 
With them the joyful tidings first begun 
Of God incarnate and the Virgin's Son. 

2 Then to the watchful -shepherds it was told, 
W T ho heard th' angelic herald's voice, "Behold, 
I bring good tidings of a Saviour's birth 

To you and all the nations upon earth; 

This day hath God fulfill'd His promised word, 

This day is born a Saviour, Christ the Lord." 

3 He spake; and straightway the celestial choir 
In hymns of joy, unknown before, conspire; 
The praises of redeeming love they sang, 
And heav'n's whole orb w r ith Alleluias rang; 
God's highest glory was their anthem still, 
Peace upon earth, and unto men good will. 

4 Let us, like these good shepherds, then employ 
Our grateful voices to proclaim the joy; 

Trace we the Babe, W 7 ho hath retrieved our loss, 
From His poor manger to His bitter Cross; 
Treading His steps, assisted by His grace, 
Till man's first heav'nly state again takes place. 

5 Then may we hope, th' angelic hosts among, 
To sing, redeem'd, a glad triumphal song: 
He that was born upon this joyful day 
Around us all His glory shall display; 
Saved by His love, incessant we shall sing 
Of angels and of angel-men the King. 

John Byrom, 1750. a. 



24 THE CHURCH YEAR 



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25 7 7, 7 7. D. 

ARK! the herald Angels sing, 
4 'Glory to the new-born King; 
Peace on earth, and mercy mild, 
God and sinners reconciled": 
Joyful all ye nations rise, 
Join the triumph of the skies, 
With th' angelic host proclaim, 
"Christ is born in Bethlehem." 

Hark! the herald Angels sing 

Glory to the new-born King. 

2 Christ, by highest heaven adored, 
Christ, the everlasting Lord: 
Late in time behold him come, 
Offspring of a virgin's womb! 
Veiled in flesh, the Godhead see, 
Hail th' incarnate Deity! 
Pleased as Man with men to appear, 
Jesus, our Immanuel here! 

3 Hail, the heavenly Prince of Peace, 
Hail, the Sun of Righteousness! 
Light and life to all He brings, 
Risen with healing in His wings. 
Mild He lays His glory by, 
Born that man no more may die; 
Born to raise the sons of earth; 
Born to give them second birth. 

4 Come, Desire of nations, come, 
Fix in us Thy humble home; 
O, to all Thyself impart, 
Formed in each believing heart! 
Hark! the herald Angels sing, 
"Glory to the new-born King; 
Peace on earth, and mercy mild, 
God and sinners reconciled!" 

Charles Wesley, 1739. a. 



CHRISTMAS 2o 



26 L. M. 

EMMANUEL! we sing Thy praise, 
Thou Prince of Life! Thou Fount of Grace! 
With all Thy saints, Thee, Lord, we sing; 
Praise, honor, thanks, to Thee we bring! 

"2 E'er since the world began to be, 

How many a heart hath longed for Thee! 
And Thou, long-expected Guest, 
Hast come at last to make us blest! 

3 Now art Thou here; we know Thee now; 
In lowly manger liest Thou; 

A Child, yet makest all things great; 
Poor, yet is earth Thy robe of state. 

4 Now fearless I can look on Thee, 
From sin and grief Thou set'st me free; 
Thou bearest wrath, Thou conquerest death, 
Fear turns to joy Thy glance beneath. 

5 Thou art my Head, my Lord Divine, 
I am Thy member, wholly Thine; 
And in Thy Spirit's strength would still 
Serve Thee according to Thy will. 

6 Thus will I sing Thy praises here, 
With joyful spirit year by year: 

And they shall sound before Thy throne, 
Where time nor number more is known. 

PaulGerhardt, 1653. 
Tr. Catherine WinJacorth, 1855. 



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27 8 7, 8 7, 4 7 

NGELS from the realms of glory, 
Wing your flight o'er all the earth; 
Ye, who sang creation's story, 
Now proclaim Messiah's birth : 

Come and worship, 
Worship Christ, the new-born King. 



26 THE CHURCH YEAR 

2 Shepherds, in the fields abiding, 

Watching o'er your flocks by night, 
God with man is now residing, 
Yonder shines the heavenly light; 

Come and worship, 
Worship Christ, the new-born King. 

3 Sages, leave your contemplations; 

Brighter visions beam afar; 
Seek the great Desire of nations; 
Ye have seen His natal star; 

Come and worship, 
Worship Christ, the new-born King. 

4 Saints, before the altar bending, 

Watching long in hope and fear. 
Suddenly the Lord descending, 
In His temple shall appear; 

Come and worship, 
Worship Christ, the new-born King. 

5 Saints and angels join in praising 

Thee, the Father, Spirit, Son, 
Evermore their voices raising 
To the Eternal Three in One; 

Come and worship, 
Worship Christ, the new-born King. 

James Montgomery, 1816. a. 

28 C.M.D. 

WHILE shepherds watched their flocks by night, 
All seated on the ground, 
The angel of the Lord came down, 

And glory shone around. 
"Fear not," said he, — for mighty dread 

Had seized their troubled mind, — 
"Glad tidings of great joy I bring 
To you and all mankind." 



CHRISTMAS 27 



2 "To you, in David's town this day, 

Is born of David's line 
A Saviour, Who is Christ, the Lord, 

And this shall be the sign: — 
The heavenly Babe you there shall find 

To human view displayed, 
All meanly wrapped in swathing bands, 

And in a manger laid." 

3 Thus spake the seraph, and forthwith 

Appeared a shining throng 
Of angels, praising God, who thus 

Addressed their joyful song: — 
"All glory be to God on high, 

And to the earth be peace; 
Good- will henceforth from heaven to men 

Begin, and never cease!" 

Nahum Tate, 1700. 

29 C. M. D. 

IT came upon the midnight clear, 
That glorious song of old, 
From angels bending near the earth 

To touch their harps of gold : 
"Peace on the earth, good will to men, 

From heaven's all-gracious King": 
The world in solemn stillness lay, 
To hear the angels sing. 

2 Still through the cloven skies they come, 

With peaceful wings unfurled, 
And still their heavenly music floats 

O'er all the weary world; 
Above its sad and lowly plains 

They bend on hovering wing, 
And ever o'er its Babel-sounds 

The blessed angels sing. 



28 THE CHURCH YEAR 

3 And ye, beneath life's crushing load, 

Whose forms are bending low, 
Who toil along the climbing way 

With painful steps and slow, — 
Look now! for glad and golden hours 

Come swiftly on the wing; 
O rest beside the weary road, 

And hear the angels sing. 

4 For lo, the days are hastening on, 

By prophets seen of old, 
When with the ever-circling years 

Shall come the time foretold, 
When the new heaven and earth shall own 

The Prince of Peace their King, 
And the whole world send back the song 

Which now the angels sing. 

Edmund Hamilton Sears. IS 50. a. 

30 7 6, 7 6. D. 

REJOICE, rejoice, ye Christians, 
With all your hearts, this morn! 
O hear the blessed tidings, 

"The Lord, the Christ, is born," 
Now brought us by the angels 

That stand about God's throne; 
O lovely are the voices 

That make such tidings known! 

2 O hearken to their singing! 

This Child shall be your Friend; 
The Father so hath willed it, 

That thus your woes should end. 
The Son is freely given, 

That in Him ye may have 
The Father's grace and blessing, 

And know He loves to save. 



CHRISTMAS 29 



3 Nor deem the form too lowly 

That clothes Him at this hour; 
For know ye what it hideth? 

'Tis God's almighty power. 
Though now within the manger 

So poor and weak He lies, 
He is the Lord of all things, 

He reigns above the skies. 

4 Sin, death, and hell, and Satan 

Have Jost the victory; 
This Child shall overthrow them, 

As ye shall surely see. 
Their wrath shall naught avail them; 

Fear not, their reign is o'er; 
This Child shall overthrow them, — 

O hear and doubt no more. 

Magdeburg Geistliche Lieder, 15J^0. 
Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1863. 

31 8 6, 8 6, 7 6, 8 6. 

LITTLE town of Bethlehem, 
How still we see thee lie ! 
Above thy deep and dreamless sleep, 

The silent stars go by; 
Yet in thy dark streets shineth 

The everlasting Light: 
The hopes and fears of all the years 
Are met in thee to-night. 

For Christ is born of Mary; 

And, gathered all above, 
While mortals sleep, the angels keep 

Their watch of wondering love. 
O morning stars, together 

Proclaim the holy Birth! 
And praises sing to God the King, 

And peace to men on earth. 



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30 THE CHURCH YEAR 

3 How silently, how silently, 

The wondrous gift is given! 
So God imparts to human hearts 

The blessings of His heaven. 
No ear may hear His coming, 

But in this world of sin, 
Where meek souls will receive Him still 

The dear Christ enters in. 

4 O Holy Child of Bethlehem, 

Descend to us, we pray; 
Cast out our sin, and enter in, 

Be born in us to-day. 
We hear the Christmas angels 

The great glad tidings tell; 
O come to us, abide with us, 

Our Lord Immanuel. 



Phillips Brooks, 1808. 
32 7 7, 7 7. 

ET the earth now praise the Lord, 
Who hath truly kept His word, 
And the sinner's Help and Friend 
Now at last to us doth send. 



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2 What the fathers most desired, 
What the prophets' heart inspired, 
What they longed for many a year, 
Stands fulfilled in glory here. 

3 Abram's promised great reward, 
Zion's Helper, Jacob's Lord, 
Him of twofold race behold, 
Truly come, as long foretold. 

4 Welcome, O my Saviour, now! 
Hail ! my Portion, Lord, art Thou ! 
Here too in my heart, I pray, — 

O prepare Thyself a way. 



CHRISTMAS 31 



5 Then when Thou dost come again, 
As a glorious King to reign, 
I with joy shall see Thy face, 
Freely ransomed by Thy grace. 

Heinrich Held, 1658. 
Tr. Catherine Winkworlh, 1863. a. 



33 8 7, 8 7, 

ARK! what mean those holy voices, 
Sweetly sounding through the skies? 
Lo! the angelic host rejoices, 
Heavenly hallelujahs rise. 



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2 Listen to the wondrous story, 

Which they chant in hymns of joy: 
"Glory in the highest, glory! 
Glory be to God Most High ! 

3 "Peace on earth, good- will from heaven, 

Reaching far as man is found; 
Souls redeemed, and sins forgiven; 
Loud our golden harps shall sound. 

4 "Christ is born, the great Anointed! 

Heaven and earth. His praises sing! 
O receive Whom God appointed 
For your Prophet, Priest and King. 

5 "Hasten, mortals, to adore Him; 

Learn His Name, and taste His joy; 
Till in Heaven ve sing before Him, 
Glory be to God Most High!" 

6 Let us learn the wondrous story 

Of our great Redeemer's Birth; 
Spread the brightness of His glory, 
Till it cover all the earth. 

John Caivood, 1819. a. 



32 THE CHURCH YEAR 



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34 c. m. 

OY to the world! the Lord is come; 
Let earth receive her King; 
Let every heart prepare Him room, 
And heaven and nature sing. 

2 Joy to the earth! the Saviour reigns; 
Let men their songs employ; 

While fields and floods, rocks, hills and plains, 
Repeat the sounding joy. 

3 No more let sin and sorrows grow, 
Nor thorns infest the ground; 

He comes to make His blessings flow 
Far as the curse is found. 

4 He rules the world with truth and grace,' 
And makes the nations prove 

The glories of His righteousness, 
And wonders of His love. 

Isaac Watts, 1719. 



THE CIRCUMCISION AND THE 
35 NAME OF JESUS 77,77. 

ESUS! Name of wondrous love! 
Name all other names above ! 
Name at which must every knee 
Bow in deep humility. 



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2 Jesus ! Name of priceless worth 
To the fallen sons of earth, 
For the promise that it gave, — 
"Jesus shall His people save." 

3 Jesus! Name of mercy mild, 
Given to the Holy Child, 
When the cup of human woe 
First He tasted here below. 



THE CIRCUMCISION 33 

4 Jesus! Only Name that's given 
Under all the mighty heaven, 
Whereby man, to sin enslaved, 
Bursts his fetters, and is saved. 

5 Jesus! Name of wondrous love! 
Human Name of God above! 
Pleading only this, we flee, 
Helpless, O our God, to Thee. 

William Waisham How, 135J-. a. 



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36 8 7, 8 7, 8 7. 

10 the Name of our salvation , 

Laud and honor let us pay; 
Which, for many a generation, 

Hid in God's foreknowledge lay, 
But with holy exultation 
We may sing aloud to-day. 

2 Jesus is the Name we treasure, 
Name beyond what words can tell; 

Name of gladness, Name of pleasure, 
Ear and heart delighting well; 

Name of sweetness, passing measure, 
Saving us from sin and hell. 

3 'Tis the Name for adoration; 
'Tis the Name of victory; 

'Tis the Name for meditation 

In this vale of misery; 
'Tis the Name for veneration 

By the citizens on high. 

4 'Tis the Name by right exalted 
Over every other name; 

That, when we are sore assaulted, 

Puts our enemies to shame; 
Strength to them who else had halted, 

Eyes to blind, and feet to lame.' 



34 THE CHURCH YEAR 

5 Jesus, we, Thy Name adoring, 
Long to see Thee as Thou art; 

Of Thy clemency imploring 
So to write it in our heart, 

That hereafter, upward soaring, 
We with angels may have part. 

Latin Hymn of XV Century. 
Tr. John Mason Neale, 1851. 



37 EPIPHANY 7 7, 7 7. D 

# OONGS of thankfulness and praise, 

lO Jesus, Lord, to Thee we raise, 
Manifested by the star 
To the sages from afar; 
Branch of royal David's stem 
In Thy birth at Bethlehem; 
Anthems be to Thee addrest, 
God in Man made manifest. 

2 Manifest at Jordan's stream, 
Prophet, Priest, and King supreme; 
And at Cana wedding-guest 

In Thy Godhead manifest; 
Manifest in power divine, 
Changing water into wine; 
Anthems be to Thee addrest, 
God in Man made manifest. 

3 Manifest in making whole 
Palsied limbs and fainting soul; 
Manifest in valiant fight, 
Quelling all the devil's might; 
Manifest in gracious will, 
Ever bringing good from ill; 
Anthems be to Thee addrest, 
God in Man made manifest. 






EPIPHANY 35 



Grant us grace to see Thee, Lord, 
Present in Thy holy Word; 
May we imitate Thee now, 
And be pure, as pure art Thou; 
That we like to Thee may be, 
At Thy great Epiphany; 
And may praise Thee, ever blest, 
God in Man made manifest. 

Christopher Wordsworth, 1862. 



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38 7 7, 7 7, 7 7. 

S w T ith gladness men of old 
Did the guiding star behold; 
As with joy they hailed its light, 
Leading onward, beaming bright; 
So, most gracious God, may we 
Evermore be led to Thee. 

2 As with joyful steps they sped 
To that lowly manger-bed, 
There to bend the knee before 
Thee Whom heaven and earth adore; 
So may we, with willing feet, 
Ever seek Thy mercy-seat. 

3 As they offered gifts most rare 
At that manger rude and bare; 
So may we, with holy joy, 
Pure, and free from sin's alloy, 
All our costliest treasures bring, 
Christ, to Thee, our heavenly King. 

4 Holy Jesus! every day 
Keep us in the narrow way; 
And, when earthly things are past, 
Bring our ransomed souls at last 
Where they need no star to guide, 
Where no clouds Thy glory hide. 



36 THE CHURCH YEAR 

5 In the heavenly country bright 
Need they no created light; 
Thou its Light, its Joy, its Crown, 
Thou its Sun which goes not down; 
There for ever may we sing 
Hallelujahs to our King. 

William Chatterton Dix, 1860. 



39 ii io, n io. 

BRIGHTEST and best of the sons of the morning, 
Dawn on our darkness and lend us thine aid; 
Star of the east, the horizon adorning, 
Guide where our infant Redeemer is laid. 



2 Cold on His cradle the dewdrops are shining, 
Low lies His head with the beasts of the stall; 
Angels adore Him in slumber reclining. 
Maker, and Monarch, and Saviour of all. 



3 Say, shall we yield Him, in costly devotion, 

Odors of Edom and offerings divine; 
Gems of the mountain and pearls of the ocean, 
Myrrh from the forest, or gold from the mine? 

4 Vainly we offer each ample oblation, 

Vainly with gifts would His favor secure; 
Richer by far is the heart's adoration, 

Dearer to God are the prayers of the poor. 

5 Brightest and best of the sons of the morning, 

Dawn on our darkness and lend us thine aid; 
Star of the east, the horizon adorning, 
Guide where our infant Redeemer is laid. 

Reginald Heber, 1811. 



EPIPHANY 37 



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40 C. M. D. 

THOU, Who by a star didst guide 
The wise men on their way, 
Until it came and stood beside 

The place where Jesus lay; 
Although by stars Thou dost not lead 

Thy servants now below, 
Thy Holy Spirit, when they need, 
Will show them how T to go. 



2 As yet we know Thee but in part, 

But still we trust Thy word 
That blessed are the pure in heart, 

For they shall see the Lord. 
O Saviour, give us then Thy grace 

To make us pure in 'heart, 
That we may see Thee, face to face, 

Hereafter as Thou art. 

John Mason Neale, 18$. 



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41 8 7, 8 7. D. 

"AIL, Thou Source of every blessing, 
Sovereign Father of mankind! 
Gentiles now, Thy grace possessing, 

In Thy courts admission find. 
Grateful now we fall before Thee, 
In Thy Church obtain a place, 
Now by faith behold Thy glory, 
Praise Thy truth, adore Thy grace. 

Once far off, but now invited, 

We approach Thy sacred throne; 
In Thy covenant united, 

Reconciled, redeemed, made one. 
Now revealed to eastern sages, 

See the star of mercy shine; 
Mystery hid in former ages, 

Mystery great of love divine. 



38 THE CHURCH YEAR 

3 Hail, Thou universal Saviour! 

Gentiles now their offerings bring; 
In Thy temple seek Thy favor, 

Jesus Christ, our Lord and King; 
May we, body, soul and spirit, 

Live devoted to Thy praise, 
Glorious realms of bliss inherit, 

Grateful anthems ever raise. 

Basil Woodd, 1810. 



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42 7 6, 7 6. D. 

AIL to the Lord's Anointed, 
Great David's greater Son! 
Hail, in the time appointed, 
His reign on earth begun! 
He comes to Break oppression, 

To set the captive free; 
To take away transgression, 
And rule in equity. 

2 He comes with succor speedy 
To those who suffer wrong; 

To help the poor and needy, 

And bid the weak be strong; 
To give them songs for sighing; 

Their darkness turn to light, 
Whose souls, condemned and dying, 

Were precious in His sight. 

3 He shall come down like showers 
Upon the fruitful earth; 

And love, joy, hope, like flowers, 

Spring in His path to birth. 
Before Him on the mountains 

Shall peace, the herald, go; 
Of righteousness the fountains 

From hill to valley flow. 



EPIPHANY 39 



Kings shall fall down before Him, 

And gold and incense bring; 
All nations shall adore Him, 

His praise all people sing. 
To Him shall prayer unceasing, 

And daily vows ascend; 
His kingdom still increasing, 

A kingdom without end. 

James Montgomery, 1821. 



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43 7 6, 7 6. D. 

ONE with God the Father 
In majesty and might, 
The Brightness of His glory, 

Eternal Light of Light, 
O'er this our home of darkness 
Thy rays are streaming now; 
The shadows flee before Thee; 
The world's true Light art Thou. 

2 Yet, Lord, we see but darkly; 
O heavenly Light, arise, 

Dispel these mists that shroud us, 

And hide Thee from our eyes. 
We long to track the footprints 

That Thou Thyself hast trod; 
We long to see the pathway 

That leads to Thee, our God. 

3 O Jesus, shine around us 
With radiance of Thy grace; 

O Jesus, turn upon us 

The brightness of Thy face. 
We need no star to guide us, 

As on our way we press, 
If Thou Thy light vouchsafest, 

O Sun of Righteousness. 

William Walsham How, 1871. 



40 THE CHURCH YEAR 



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44 6 6, 6 6, 8 8. 

OIN all the glorious names 
Of wisdom, love, and power, 
That ever mortals knew, 

That angels ever bore; 
All are too mean to speak His worth, 
Too mean to set my Saviour forth. 

2 Great Prophet of my God, 
My tongue would bless Thy Name; 

By Thee the joyful news 
Of our salvation came; 
The joyful news of sins forgiven, 
Of hell subdued, and peace with Heaven. 

3 Jesus, my great High Priest, 
Offered His blood and died : 

My guilty conscience seeks 

No sacrifice beside: 
His powerful blood did once atone, 
And now it pleads before the throne. 

4 O Thou Almighty Lord, 
My Conqueror and my King, 

Thy sceptre and Thy sword, 
Thy reigning grace I sing; 
Thine is the power: behold, I sit 
In willing bonds before Thy feet. 

Isaac Watts, 1709. a. 

45 s. m. 

SAVIOUR of our race, 
Welcome, indeed, Thou art, 
Blessed Redeemer, Fount of grace, 
To this my longing heart! 

2 Light of the world, abide 

Through faith within my heart; 
Leave me to seek no other guide, 
Nor e'er from Thee depart. 



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EPIPHANY 41 



3 Thou art the Life, O Lord, 

Sole Light of life Thou art! 
Let not Thy glorious rays be poured 
In vain on my dark heart. 

4 Star of the East, arise ! 

Drive all my clouds away; 
Guide me till earth's dim twilight dies 
Into the perfect day. 

Laurentius Laurenti, 1700. Tr. Catherine Winkworih, 1855. a. 

S. M. 

LIGHT of the anxious heart, 
J Jesus, Thy suppliants cheer; 
Bid Thou the gloom of guilt depart, 
And shed Thy sweetness here. 

2 O happy he whose breast 

Thou makest Thine abode; 
Sweet Light that with the pure wilt rest, 
For they shall see their God. 

3 Brightness of God above, 

Unfathomable grace, 
Within our hearts implant Thy love, 
And fix Thy dwelling-place. 

4 To lowly minds revealed, 

Our Saviour we adore; 
Like tribute to the Father yield, 
And Spirit, evermore. 

Bernard of Clairvaux, d. 1153. Tr. Robert Campbell, 1850. 



L. M. 



O CHRIST, our true and only Light, 
Illumine those who sit in night; 
Let those afar now hear Thy voice, 
And in Thy fold with us rejoice. 



42 THE CHURCH YEAR 

2 Fill with the radiance of Thy grace 
The souls now lost in error's maze, 
And all, Lord, whose secret minds 
Some dark delusion hurts and blinds. 

3 And all who else have strayed from Thee, 
O gently seek; Thy healing be 

To every wounded conscience given, 
And let them also share Thy heaven. 

4 O make the deaf to hear Thy Word, 
And teach the dumb to speak, dear Lord, 
Who dare not yet the faith avow, 
Though secretly they hold it now. 

5 Shine on the darkened and the cold, 
Recall the wanderers to Thy fold, 
Unite those now who walk apart, 
Confirm the weak and doubting heart. 

6 So they with us may evermore 

Such grace with wondering thanks adore 
And endless praise to Thee be given 
By all Thy Church in earth and heaven. 

Johann Heermann, 1630. 
Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1858 



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4:8 Fourth Sunday after Epiphany. 6 4, 6 4. D. 

ilERCE was the wild billow, 
Dark was the night, 
Oars labored heavily, 

Foam glimmered white; 
Trembled the mariners, 

Peril was nigh; 
Then said the God of God, 
"Peace! It is I." 



EPIPHANY 43 



Ridge of the mountain-wave, 

Lower thy crest ! 
Wail of the tempest wind, 

Be thou at rest ! 
Sorrow can never be, 

Darkness must flv, 
Where saith the Light of Light, 

"Peace! It is I." 

Jesus, Deliverer, 

Come Thou to me; 
Soothe Thou my voyaging 

Over life's sea; 
Thou, when the storm of death 

Roars, sweeping by, 
Whisper, O Truth of Truth, 

"Peace! It is I." 



Anatolius, cir. VIII Century. 
Tr. John Mason Xeale, 1862. 



THE TRANSFIGURATION s.M. 

Jf I \LS good, Lord, to be here! 

X Thy glory fills the night; 
Thy face and garments, like the sun, 

Shine with unborrowed light. 

2 'Tis good, Lord, to be here, 

Thy beauty to behold, 
Where Moses and Elijah stand, 
Thy messengers of old. 

3 Fulflller of the past! 

Promise of things to be! 

We hail Thy Body glorified, 

And our redemption see. 



44 THE CHURCH YEAR 

4 Before we taste of death, 

We see Thy kingdom come; 
We fain would hold the vision bright, 
And make this hill our home. 

5 "Tis good, Lord, to be here. 

Yet we may not remain; 
But since Thou bidst us leave the mount 
Come with us to the plain. 

Joseph Armitage Robinson, cir. 1890. 



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THE PRESENTATION OF CHRIST 

50 . 8 7, 8 7, 8 7. 

N His Temple now behold Him, 
See the long-expected Lord; 
Ancient prophets had foretold Him, 

God has now fulfilled His Word. 
Now to praise Him, His redeemed 

Shall break forth with one accord. 

2 In the arms of her who bore Him, 
Virgin pure, behold Him lie, 

While His aged saints adore Him, 

Ere in perfect faith they die. 
Hallelujah ! Hallelujah ! 

Lo, the incarnate God Most High! 

3 Jesus, by Thy Presentation, 
Thou Who didst for us endure, 

Make us see Thy great salvation, 
Seal us with Thy promise sure; 

And present us in Thy glory, 

To Thy Father, cleansed and pure. 

Henry John Pye, cir. 1851. a. 



EPIPHANY 45 



7 6, 7 6. D. 



LIGHT of the Gentile nations, 
J Thy people's Joy and Love! 
Drawn by Thy Spirit hither, 

We gladly come to prove 
Thy presence in Thy temple, 

And wait with earnest mind, 
As Simeon once had waited 
His Saviour God to find. 

2 O Lord, Thy servants meet Thee, 

E'en now, in every place 
Where Thy true Word hath promised, 

That they should see Thy face. 
Thou yet wilt gently grant us, 

Who gather round Thee here, 
In faith's strong arms to bear Thee, 

As once that aged seer. 

3 Be Thou our Joy, our Brightness, 

That shines 'mid pain and loss, 
Our sun in times of terror, 

The glory round our cross; 
A glow in sinking spirits, 

A sunbeam in distress, 
Physician, Friend in sickness, 

In death our happiness. 

4 Let us, O Lord, be faithful, 

With Simeon, to the end, 
That so his dying song may 

From all our hearts ascend: 
"O Lord, let now Thy servant 

Depart in peace for aye, 
Since I have seen my Saviour, 

Have here beheld His day." 



46 THE CHURCH YEAR 

5 My Saviour, I behold Thee 

Now with the eye of faith; 
No foe of Thee can rob me, 

Though bitter words he saith. 
Within Thy heart abiding, 

As Thou dost dwell in me, 
No pain, no death hath terrors 

To part my soul from Thee. 



Johann Franck, 167 If 
Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1863. 



52 SEPTUAGESIMA TO LENT l.M. 

MY dear Redeemer, and my Lord, 
I read my duty in Thy Word, 
'. 3ut in Thy life the law appears 
Drawn out in living characters. 

2 Such was Thy truth, and such Thy zeal, 
Such def rence to Thy Father's will, 
Such love, and meekness so divine, 

I would transcribe and make them mine. 

3 Cold mountains and the midnight air 
Witnessed the fervor of Thy prayer; 
The desert Thy temptation knew, 
Thy conflict, and Thy vict'ry, too. 

4 Be Thou my Pattern; make me bear 
More of Thy gracious image here; 

Then God, the Judge, shall own my name 
Among the followers of the Lamb. 

Isaac Watts, 1709. 

53 c. m. 

BEHOLD, where in a mortal form 
Appears each grace divine! 
The virtues, all in Jesus met, 
With mildest radiance shine. 



SEPTUAGESIMA TO LENT 47 

2 To spread the rays of heavenly light, 

To give the mourner joy, 
To preach glad tidings to the poor, 
Was His divine employ. 

3 'Midst keen reproach and cruel scorn, 

Patient and meek He stood. 
His foes, ungrateful, sought His life; 
He labored for their good. 

4 In the last hour of deep distress, 

Before His Father's throne, 
With soul resigned He bowed, and said, 
"Thy will, not Mine, be done!" 

5 Be Christ our Pattern and our Guide! 

His image may we bear! 
O may we tread His holy steps, 
His joys and glory share ! 

William Enfield, 1797. a. 



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54 c. m, 

MEAN may seem this house of clay, 

Yet 'twas the Lord's abode; 
Our feet may mourn this thorny way, 
* Yet here Emmanuel trod. 

2 This fleshly robe the Lord did wear; 
This watch the Lord did keep; 

These burdens sore the Lord did bear; 
These tears the Lord did weep. 

3 This world the Master overcame; 
This death the Lord did die: 

O vanquished world! O glorious shame! 
O hallowed agony! 

4 O vale of tears, no longer sad, 
Wherein the Lord did dwell! 

O holy robe of flesh that clad 
Our own Emmanuel! 



48 THE CHURCH YEAR 

5 Our very frailty brings us near 
Unto the Lord of heaven; 
To every grief, to every tear, 
Such glory strange is given.. 

Thomas Hornblower Gill, 1850. 



55 L. M. 

OW shall I follow Him I serve? 
How shall I copy Him I love? 
Nor from those blessed footsteps swerve 
Which lead me to His seat above? 



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2 Lord, should my path through suffering lie, 

Forbid it I should e'er repine; 
Still let me turn to Calvary, 

Nor heed my griefs, remembering Thine. 

3 O let me think how Thou didst leave 

Un tasted every pure delight, 
To fast, to faint, to watch, to grieve, 
The toilsome day, the homeless night: — 

4 To faint, to grieve, to die for me ! 

Thou earnest not Thyself to please; 
And, dear as earthly comforts be, 
Shall I not love Thee more than these? 

Josiah Conder, 182^ 1836. 
56 7 7,7 7. 

FEEBLE, helpless, how shall I 
Learn to live and learn to die? 
Who, O God, my guide shall be? 
Who shall lead Thy child to Thee? 

% Blessed Father, Gracious One, 
Thou hast sent Thy Holy Son; 
He will give the light I need, 
He my trembling steps will lead. 



SEPTUAGESIMA TO LENT 49 

3 Through this world, uncertain, dim, 
Let me ever lean on Him, 

From His precepts wisdom draw, 
Make His life my solemn law. ' 

4 Thus in deed, and thought, and word, 
Led by Jesus Christ, the Lord, 

In my weakness, thus shall I 
Learn to live and learn to die. 

William Henry Furness, 18kh 



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57 8 7,87,87. 

LLELUIA! Song of gladness, 
Voice of everlasting joy; 
Alleluia! Sound the sweetest 

Heard among the choirs on high, 
Hymning in God's blissful mansion 
Day and night incessantly. 

2 Alleluia! Church victorious, 
Thou rnay'st lift the joyful strain; 

Alleluia! Songs of triumph 
Well befit the ransomed train. 

Faint and feeble are our praises 
While in exile we remain. 

3 Alleluia! Songs of gladness 
Suit not always souls forlorn; 

Alleluia! Sounds of sadness 

'Midst our joyful strains are borne; 

For in this dark world of sorrow 
We with tears our sins must mourn. 

4 Praises with our prayers uniting, 
Hear us, blessed Trinity; 

Bring us to Thy blissful presence, 
There the Paschal Lamb to see, 

There to Thee our Alleluia 
Singing everlastingly. 

Latin Hymn of XI Century. 
Tr. Cooke and Denton s Hymnal, 1853. 



50 THE CHURCH YEAR 

58 LENT 10 10, 10 10. 

OGOD, I love Thee; not that my poor love 
May win me entrance to Thy heaven above, 
Nor yet that strangers to Thy love must know 
The bitterness of everlasting woe. 

2 But, Jesus, Thou art mine, and I am Thine : 
Clasped to Thy bosom by Thy arms divine, 
Who on the cruel Cross for me hast borne 

The nails, the spear, and man's unpitying scorn. 

3 No thought can fathom and no tongue express 
Thy griefs, Thy toils, Thy anguish measureless, 
Thy death, O Lamb of God the undefiled, — 
And all for me, Thy wayward sinful child. 

4 How can I choose but love Thee, God's dear Son, 

Jesus, loveliest, and most loving One! 
Were there no heav'n to gain, no hell to flee, 
For what Thou art alone I must love Thee. 

5 Not for the hope of glory or reward, 
But even as Thyself hast loved me, Lord, 

1 love Thee, and will love Thee and adore, 
Who art my King, my God, for evermore. 

Francis Xavier {?), d. 1552. 
Tr. Edward Henry Bickerstetk, 1889. 



59 L. M. 

O CHRIST, our King, Creator, Lord, 
Saviour of all who trust Thy Word, 
To them who seek Thee ever near, 
Now to our praises bend Thine ear. 

2 In Thy dear Cross a grace is found — 
It flows from ev'ry streaming wound — 
Whose power our inbred sin controls, 
Breaks the firm bond, and frees our souls. 



LENT 51 



3 Thou didst create the stars of night; 
Yet Thou hast veiled in flesh Thy light, 
Hast deigned a mortal form to wear, 

A mortal's painful lot to bear. 

4 When Thou didst hang upon the Tree 
The quaking earth acknowledged Thee; 
When Thou didst there yield up Thy breath, 
The world grew dark as shades of death. 

5 Now in the Father's glory high, 
Great Conqueror, never more to die, 
Us by Thy mighty power defend, 
And reign through ages without end. 

Gregory the Great, d. 60^. 
Tr. Ray Palmer, 1858. 



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60 8 7, 8 7. D. 

AIL, Thou once despised Jesus! 
Hail, Thou Galilean King! 
Thou didst suffer to release us; 

Thou didst free salvation bring. 
Hail, Thou agonizing Saviour, 

Bearer of our sin and shame ! 
By Thy merits we find favor; 
Life is given through Thy Name. 

2 Paschal Lamb, by God appointed, 
All our sins on Thee were laid; 

By almighty love anointed, 

Thou hast full atonement made. 

All Thy people are forgiven 

Through the virtue of Thy Blood; 

Opened is the gate of heaven; 

Peace is made 'twixt man and God. 

3 Jesus, hail, enthroned in glory, 
There for ever to abide! 

All the heavenly hosts adore Thee, 
Seated at Thy Father's side; 



52 THE CHURCH YEAR 

There for sinners Thou art pleading, 
There Thou dost our place prepare, 

Ever for us interceding, 
Till in glory we appear. 

4 Worship, honor, power, and blessing 

Thou art worthy to receive; 
Loudest praises, without ceasing, 

Meet it is for us to give. 
Help, ye bright angelic spirits, 

Bring your sweetest, noblest lays, 
Help to sing our Saviour's merits, 

Help to chant Immanuers praise. 

John Bakewell, 1757. 

Madans Collection, 1760. 

Augustus Montague Toplady, 1776. 

61 8 7, 8 7. 

SWEET the moments, rich in blessing, 
Which before the Cross we spend; 
Life and health and peace possessing, 
From the sinner's dying Friend. 

2 Here we rest in wonder, viewing 

All our sins on Jesus laid; 
Here we see redemption flowing 
From the sacrifice He made. 

3 Here we find the dawn of heaven, 

While upon the Cross we gaze; 
See our trespasses forgiven, 

And our songs of triumph raise. 

4 O that near the Cross abiding, 

We may to the Saviour cleave; 
Naught with Him our hearts dividing, 
All for Him content to leave. 

* James Allen, 1757. 

Walter Shirley, 1770. 



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LENT 53 

8 7, 8 7. 
N the Cross of Christ I glory. 
Towering o'er the wrecks of time; 
All the light of sacred story 

Gathers round its head sublime. 

When the woes of life o'ertake me, 

Hopes deceive and fears annoy, 
Never shall the Cross forsake me; 

Lo ! it glows with peace and joy. 

When the sun of bliss is beaming 

Light and love upon my way, 
From the Cross the radiance streaming 

Adds more lustre to the day. 

Bane and blessing, pain and pleasure, 

By the Cross are sanctified; 
Peace is there that knows no measure, 

Joys that through all time abide. 

John Bowring, 1825. 



63 L. M. 

LOVE, how deep, how broad, how high, 
O great, O wondrous mystery, 
That God, the Son of God, should take 
Our mortal form for mortals' sake! 



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2 He sent no angel to our race, 
Of higher or of lower place, 

But He Himself to this world came 
And wore the robe of human frame. 

3 For us baptized! then Spirit-led 

He fasted, — Who the thousands fed; 
For us temptations sharp He knew, 
For us the tempter overthrew. 

4 For us He prayed, for us He taught, 
For us His every work He wrought, 
By words, and signs, and actions, thus 
Still seeking not Himself, but us. 



54 THE CHURCH YEAR 

5 For us to wicked men betrayed, 

Scourged, mocked, in crown of thorns arrayed; 
For us He bore the Cross's death, 
For us at length gave up His breath. 

6 For us He rose from death again, 
For us He went on high to reign, 
For us He sent His Spirit here 

To guide, to strengthen, and to cheer. 

Thomas a Kempis (?), d. H7L 
Tr. Benjamin Webb, 185k. 



64 L. M. 

ORD JESUS, when we stand afar 
And gaze upon Thy holy Cross, 
In love of Thee, and scorn of self, 
O may we count the world as loss! 



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2 When we behold Thy bleeding wounds, 

The thorny path that Thou hast trod, 
Make us to hate the load of sin 
That lay so heavy on our God. 

3 Holy Lord, uplifted high, 

With outstretched arms in mortal woe, 
Embracing in Thy wondrous love 
The sinful world that lies below; — 

4 Give us an ever-living faith 

To gaze beyond the things we see; 
And in the mystery of Thy death 
Draw us and all men unto Thee. 

William Walsham How, 185k. 

65 S. M. D. 

WIDE open are Thy handsr 
Paying with more than gold 
The awful debt of guilty men, 
Forever and of old. 






LENT 55 



Ah, let me grasp those hands, 

That we may never part, 
And let the power of their blood 

Sustain my fainting heart. 

2 Wide open are Thine arms, 

A fallen world to embrace; 
To take to love and endless rest 

Our whole forsaken race. 
Lord, I am sad and poor, 

But boundless is Thy grace; 
Give me the soul- transforming joy 

For which I seek Thy face. 

3 Draw all my mind and heart 

Up to Thy throne on high, 
And let Thy sacred Cross exalt 

My spirit to the sky. 
To these, Thy mighty hands, 

My spirit I resign: 
Living, I live alone to Thee, 

Dying, alone am Thine. 

Bernard of Clairvaux (?), d. 1153. 
Tr. Charles Porterfield Krauth, 1870. a. 



66 L. M. 

E sing the praise of Him Who died, 
Of Him Who died upon the Cross; 
The sinner's hope let men deride, 

For this we count the world but loss. 



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2 Inscribed upon that Cross we see, 

In shining letters, "God is Love." 
He bears our sins upon the Tree, 
He brings us mercy from above. 

3 The Cross! it takes our guilt away; 

It holds the fainting spirit up; 
It cheers with hope the gloomy day, 
And sweetens every bitter cup. 



56 THE CHURCH YEAR 

4 It makes the coward spirit brave, 

And nerves the feeble arm for fight; 
It takes all terror from the grave, 

And gilds the bed of death with light. 

5 The balm of life, the cure of woe, 

The measure and the pledge of love, 
The sinner's refuge here below, 

The angels' theme in heaven above. 

Thomas Kelly, 1815. 



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67 6 6, 6 6, 6 6. 

IHY life was given for me. 
Thy Blood, Lord, was shed 
That I might ransomed be, 

And quickened from the dead. 
Thy life was given for me; 
-What have I given for Thee? 

2 Long years were spent for me 
In weariness and woe, 

That through eternity 

Thy glory I might know. 
Long years were spent for me; 
Have I spent one for Thee? 

3 Thy Father's home of light, 
Thy rainbow-circled throne, 

Were left for earthly night, 

For wanderings sad and lone. 
Yea, all was left for me; 
Have I left aught for Thee? 

4 And Thou hast brought to me 
Down from Thy home above 

Salvation full and free, 

Thy pardon and Thy love. 
Great gifts Thou broughtest me; 
What have I brought to Thee? 



LENT 57 

5 O let my life be given, 

My years for Thee be spent; 
World-fetters all be riven, 

And joy with suffering blent. 
Thou gav'st Thyself for me, 
I give myself to Thee. 

Frances Ridley Haver gal, 1858. a. 

6 6, 6 6, 4 4, 4 4. 

THY works, not mine, Christ, 
Speak gladness to this heart; 
They tell me all is done; 
They bid my fear depart. 
To whom, save Thee, 
Who canst alone 
For sin atone, 
Lord, shall I flee? 

2 Thy tears, not mine, O Christ, 

Have wept my guilt away, 
And turned this night of mine 
Into a blessed day. 

To whom, save Thee, 
Who canst alone 
For sin atone, 
Lord, shall I flee? 

3 Thy wounds, not mine, O Christ, 

Can heal my bruised soul; 
Thy stripes, not mine, contain 
The balm that makes me whole. 
To whom, save Thee, 
Who canst alone 
For sin atone, 
Lord, shall I flee? 

4 Thy Cross, not mine, O Christ, 

Has borne the awful load 
Of sins that none could bear 
But the incarnate God. 



58 THE CHURCH YEAR 

To whom, save Thee, 

Who canst alone 

For sin atone, 
Lord, shall I flee? 

5 Thy death, not mine, O Christ, 
Has paid the ransom due; 
Ten thousand deaths like mine 
Would have been all too few. 
To whom, save Thee, 
Who canst alone 
For sin atone, 
Lord, shall I flee? 

Horatius Bonar, 1857. 



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69 L. M. 

JESUS, crucified for man, 
O Lamb, all-glorious on Thy throne, 
Teach Thou our wondering souls to scan 
The mystery of Thy love unknown. 

2 We pray Thee, grant us strength to take 
Our daily cross, whate'er it be, 

And gladly for Thine own dear sake 
In paths of pain to follow Thee. 

3 As on our daily way we go, 
Through light or shade, in calm or strife, 

O may we bear Thy marks below 
In conquered sin and chastened life. 

4 And week by week this day we ask 
That holy memories of Thy Cross 

May sanctify each common task, 
And turn to gain each earthly loss. 

5 Grant us, dear Lord, our cross to bear 
Till at Thy feet we lay it down, 

Win through Thy Blood our pardon there, 
And through the cross attain the crown. 

William Walsham How, 1871. 



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LENT 59 

70 7 6, 7 6, 8 8, 7 7. 

ESUS, Name all names above, 
Jesus, best and dearest, 
Jesus, Fount of perfect love, 
Holiest, tenderest, nearest; 
Jesus, Source of grace completest, 
Jesus purest, Jesus sweetest, 
Jesus, Well of power divine, 
Make me, keep me, seal me Thine! 

2 Thou didst call the prodigal; 
Thou didst pardon Mary; 

Thou Whose words can never fall, 

Love can never vary; 
Thou Whose wounds are ever pleading, 
And Thy Passion interceding, 

From my misery let me rise 

To a home in Paradise ! 

3 Jesus, crowned with thorns for me, 
Scourged for my transgression, 

Witnessing, through agony, 

That Thy good confession; 
Jesus, clad in purple raiment, 
For my evils making payment, 

Let not all Thy woe and pain, 

Let not Calvary be in vain! 

4 When I reach death's bitter sea, 
And its waves roll higher, 

Earthly help forsaking me 

As the storm draws nigher; 
Jesus, leave me not to languish: 
Helpless, hopeless, full of anguish! 
Jesus, let me hear Thee say: 
'Thou shalt be with Me to-day!" 

Theoctistus of the Studium, cir. 890. 
Tr. John Mason Xeale, 1862. a. 



60 THE CHURCH YEAR 



L. M. 

ESUS, and shall it ever be, 
A mortal man ashamed of Thee? 
Ashamed of Thee, Whom angels praise, 
Whose glories shine through endless days? 



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2 Ashamed of Jesus ! sooner far 
Let evening blush to own a star; 
He sheds the beams of light divine 
O'er this benighted soul of mine. 

3 Ashamed of Jesus! just as soon 
Let midnight be ashamed of noon; 
'Tis midnight with my soul, till He, 
Bright Morning Star, bid darkness flee. 

4 Ashamed of Jesus ! that dear Friend 
On Whom my hopes of heaven depend ! 
No; when I blush, be this my shame, 
That I no more revere His Name. 

5 Ashamed of Jesus ! yes, I may, 
When I've no guilt to wash away. 
No tear to wipe, no good to crave, 
No fears to quell, no soul to save. 

6 Till then — nor is my boasting vain — 
Till then I boast a Saviour slain ! 
And O, may this my glory be, 
That Christ is not ashamed of me. 

Joseph Grigg, 1765. 
Revised by Benjamin Francis, 1787. 



72 8 5, 8 3. 

RT thou weary, art thou languid, 
_L Art thou sore distressed? 
"Come to Me," saith One, "and coming, 
Be at rest." 



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LENT 61 


2 Hath He marks to lead me to Him, 
If He be my Guide? 
"In His feet and hands are wound-prints 
And His side." 


3 Hath He diadem, as Monarch, 
That His brow adorns? 
"Yea, a crown in very surety, 
But of thorns." 


4 If I find Him, if I follow, 
What His guerdon here? 
"Many a sorrow, many a labor, 
Many a tear." 


5 If I still hold closely to Him, 
What hath He at last? 
"Sorrow vanquished, labor ended, 
Jordan passed." 


6 If I ask Him to receive me, 
Will He say me nay? 
"Not till earth and not till heaven 
Pass away." 


7 Finding, following, keeping, struggling, 
Is He sure to bless? 
"Saints, apostles, prophets, martyrs, 
Answer, 'Yes.' " 

John Mason Neale, 1853. 
Based on the Greek. 


73 6 5, 6 5. D. 


/CHRISTIAN, dost thou see them 
\^y On the holy ground, 
How the hosts of darkness 

Compass thee around? 
Christian, up and smite them, 

Counting gain but loss; 
Smite them by the merit 

Of the holy Cross. 



62 THE CHURCH YEAR 

2 Christian, dost thou feel them, 

How they work within, 
Striving, tempting, luring, 

Goading into sin? 
Christian, never tremble; 

Never be down-east; 
Gird thee for the battle, 

Watch and pray and fast. 

3 Christian, dost thou hear them, 

How they speak thee fair: 
"Always fast and vigil? 

Always watch and prayer?" 
Christian, answer boldly, 

"While I breathe, I pray." 
Peace shall follow battle, 

Night shall end in day. 

4 Hear the words of Jesus: 

"O My servant true, t 

Thou art very weary, — 

I was weary too; 
But that toil shall make thee 

Some day all Mine own, 
And the end of sorrow 

Shall be near My throne." 

Andrew of Crete, d. 782. 
Tr. John Mason Neale, 1862. 



74 6 6,6 6. 

ESUS, meek and lowly, 
Saviour, pure and holy, 
On Thy love relying, 
Hear me humbly crying. 



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2 Prince of life and power, 
My salvation's tower, 
On the Cross I view Thee 
Calling sinners to Thee. 



LENT 


63 


3 There behold me gazing 
At the sight amazing; 
Bending low before Thee, 
Helpless, I adore Thee. 




4 By Thy red wounds streaming, 
With Thy life-blood gleaming, 
Blood for sinners flowing, 
Pardon free bestowing; 




5 By that fount of blessing, 
Thy dear love expressing, 
All my aching sadness 
Turn Thou into gladness. 




6 Lord, in mercy guide me; 
Be Thou e'er beside me; 
In Thy ways direct me, 
'Neath Thy wings protect me. 

Henry Collins, 185^. 


75 


S. M. 


T \ THEN sorrow and remorse 
V V Prey at my heart, to Thee 
I look, Who on the holy Cross 
Wast slain for wretched me. 




2 Thy Passion, Lord, inspires 
My spirit day by day, 
That I from all low dark desires 
Have strength to flee away. 




3 Whate'er the burden be, 
The cross upon me laid, 
Or want or shame, I look to Thee; 
Be Thou, Christ, my aid. 




4 And let Thy sorrows cheer 
My soul when I depart; 
Give strength to cast away all fear, 
Console, sustain my heart. 





64 THE CHURCH YEAR 

5 Since Thou hast died for me, 
Help me to trust Thy grace, 
That Thou wilt take me up to Thee, 
Where I shall see Thy face. 

Justus Gesenius and David DenicJce, 16 ' f 6. 
Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1855. a. 



76 7 7, 7 7. 

HEN our heads are bowed with woe, 
When our bitter tears o'erflow, 
When we mourn the lost, the dear, 
Jesus, Son of Mary, hear! 



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2 Thou our throbbing flesh hast worn, 
Thou our mortal griefs hast borne, 
Thou hast shed the human tear; 
Jesus, Son of Mary, hear! 

3 When the heart is sad within 
With the thought of all its sin; 
When the spirit shrinks with fear, 
Jesus, Son of Mary, hear! 

4 Thou the shame, the grief, hast known; 
Though the sins were not Thine own, 
Thou hast deigned their load to bear; 
Jesus, Son of Mary, hear! 

5 Thou hast bowed the dying head, 
Thou the blood of life hast shed, 
Thou hast filled a mortal bier; 
Jesus, Son of Mary, hear! 

Henry Hart Milman, 1821 



77 ' c. m. 

IHERE is a fountain filled with blood 
Drawn from ImmanuePs veins; 
And sinners, plunged beneath that flood, 
Lose all their guilty stains. 



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2 The dying thief rejoiced to see 

That fountain in his day; 
iVnd there may I, though vile as he, 
Wash all my sins away. 

3 Dear dying Lamb, Thy precious Blood 

Shall never lose its power, 
Till all the ransomed Church of God 
Be saved, to sin no more. 

4 E'er since, by faith, I saw the stream 

Thy flowing wounds supply, 
Redeeming love has been my theme, 
And shall be till I die. 

5 Then in a nobler, sweeter song, 

I'll sing Thy power to. save, 
When this poor lisping, stammering tongue 
Lies silent in the grave. 

William Cowper, 1771. a. 



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78 7 7, 7 7. 

ESUS, Saviour, Son of God, 
Bearer of the sinner's load, 
Breaker of the captive's chain, 
Cleanser of the guilty's stain, 

2 Thou the sinner's death hast died, 
Thou for us wast crucified; 
For our sins Thy flesh was torn, 
Thou our penalty hast borne. 

3 Saviour, Surety, Lamb of God, 
Thou hast bought us with Thy Blood; 
Thou hast wiped the debt away, 
Nothing left for us to pay; 

4 Nothing left for us to bear, 
Nothing left for us to share 
But the pardon and the bliss, 
But the love, the light, the peace. 



66 THE CHURCH YEAR 

5 I to Thee will look and live, 
And, in looking, praises give; 
Looking lightens, looking heals, 
Looking all the gladness seals. 

6 Jesus, Saviour, Son of God, 
Bearer of the sinner's load, 
I would rise to Thee above, 

I would look, and praise, and love. 

Horatius Bonar, 1861. a, 

79 L. M 

AWHILE in spirit, Lord, to Thee, 
Into the desert would we flee; 
Awhile upon the barren steep, 
Our fast with Thee in spirit keep. 

2 Awhile from Thy temptation learn 
False Satan's wileful lures to spurn, 
And in our hearts to feel and own 
"Man liveth not by bread alone." 

3 O Thou, once tempted like as we, 
Thou knowest our infirmity; 

Be Thou our Helper in the strife, 
Be Thou our true, our inward Life. 

4 And while at Thy command we pray 
"Give us our bread from day to day," 
May we with Thee, O Christ, be fed, 
Thou Word of God, Thou living Bread. 

Joseph Francis Thrupp, 1853. a. 



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80 LITANY HYMNS 8 7,87,47. 

ESUS, Lord of life and glory, 
Bend from heaven Thy gracious ear; 
While our waiting souls adore Thee, 
Friend of helpless sinners, hear! 

By Thy mercy, 
deliver us, good Lord! 



LENT: LITANY HYMNS 67 

2 Taught by Thine unerring Spirit, 

Boldly we draw nigh to God, 
Only in Thy spotless merit, 

Only through Thy precious Blood: 

By Thy mercy, 
deliver us, good Lord! 

3 From the depth of nature's blindness, 

From the hard'ning power of sin, 
From all malice and unkindness, 
From the pride that lurks within, 

By Thy mercy, 
O deliver us, good Lord ! 

4 When temptation sorely presses, 

In the day of Satan's powder, 
In our times of deep distresses, 
In each dark and trying hour, 

By Thy mercy, 
O deliver us, good Lord! 

5 In the weary hours of sickness, 

In the times of grief and pain, 
When we feel our mortal weakness, 
W T hen the creature's help is vain, 

By Thy mercy, 
O deliver us, good Lord! 

6 In the solemn hour of dying, 

In the awful Judgment Day, 
May our souls, on Thee relying, 
Find Thee still our Rock and Stay; 

By Thy mercy, 
O deliver us, good Lord! 

John James Cummins, 1839. 
81 8 7,8 7. 

SUFFERING Son of Man, be near me, 
In my sufferings to sustain; 
In my sorer griefs to cheer me 
By Thy more than mortal pain. 



68 THE CHURCH YEAR 

2 Call to mind that unknown anguish 

In Thy days of flesh below, 
When Thy troubled soul did languish 
Under a whole world of woe. 

3 By Thy most severe temptation 

In that dark satanic hour; 
By Thy last mysterious Passion, 
Screen me from the adverse power. 

4 By Thy fainting in the garden, 

By Thy dreadful Death, I pray, 
Write upon my heart Thy pardon, 
Take my sins and fears away. 

5 By the travail of Thy spirit, 

By Thine outcry on the Tree, 
By Thine agonizing merit, 
Gracious Lord, remember me! 

Charles Wesley, 1767. a. 
82 7 7, 7 7. D. 

SAVIOUR, when in dust to Thee 
Low we bend th' adoring knee; 
When, repentant, to the skies, 
Scarce we lift our weeping eyes; 
O, by all Thy pains and woe 
Suffered once for man below, 
Bending from Thy throne on high, 
Hear our solemn litany ! 

2 By Thy helpless infant years, 
By Thy life of want and tears, 
By Thy days of sore distress 
In the savage wilderness, 
By the dread mysterious hour 
Of th' insulting tempter's power; 
Turn, O turn a favoring eye, 
Hear our solemn litany ! 



LENT: LITANY HYMNS 



69 



3 By Thine hour of dire despair, 
By Thine agony of prayer; 

By the Cross, the nail, the thorn, 
Piercing spear, the torturing scorn; 
By the gloom that veiled the skies 
O'er the dreadful Sacrifice; 
Listen to our humble cry, 
Hear our solemn litany! 

4 By Thy deep expiring groan; 
By the sad sepulchral stone; 
By the vault whose dark abode 
Held in vain the rising God; 

O, from earth to heaven restored, 
Mighty, re-ascended Lord, 
Listen, listen to the cry 
Of our solemn litany ! 



Robert Grant, 1815, 



83 



7 7, 7 7, 7 7. 



SON of Man, to Thee I cry; 
By the wondrous mystery 
Of Thy dwelling here on earth, 
By Thy pure and holy birth, 
Lord, Thy presence let me see : 
Manifest Thyself to me. 

2 Lamb of God, to Thee I cry; 
By Thy bitter agony, 

By Thy pangs, to us unknown, 
By Thy spirit's parting groan, 
Lord, Thy presence let me see: 
Manifest Thyself to me. 

3 Prince of Life, to Thee I cry; 
By Thy glorious majesty, 

By Thy triumph o'er the grave, 
By Thy power to help and save, 
Lord, Thy presence let me see; 
Manifest Thyself to me. 



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70 THE CHURCH YEAR 

4 Lord of Glory, God Most High, 
Man exalted to the sky! 
With Thy love my bosom fill; 
Prompt me to perform Thy will; 
Then Thy glory I shall see: 
Thou wilt bring me home to Thee. 

Richard Mant, 1828. a. 

THE WORDS ON THE CROSS 
84 7 7 7, 6. 

Part I 

Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. — Luke xxiii : 34. 

ESUS, in Thy dying woes, 
Even while Thy life-blood flows, 
Craving pardon for Thy foes : 
Hear us, Holy Jesus. 

2 Saviour, for our pardon sue, 
When our sins Thy pangs renew, 
For we know not what we do; 

Hear us, Holy Jesus. 

3 O may we, who mercy need, 
Be like Thee in heart and deed, 
When with wrong our spirits bleed: 

Hear us, Holy Jesus. 

Part II 

To-day shalt thou be with Me in Paradise. — Luke xxiii : 43. 

1 Jesus, pitying the sighs 
Of the thief who near Thee dies, 
Promising him Paradise: 

Hear us, Holy Jesus. 

2 May we in our guilt and shame, 
Still Thy love and mercy claim, 
Calling humbly on Thy Name:' 

Hear us, Holy Jesus. 



LENT: LITANY HYMNS 71 

3 May our hearts to Thee incline, 
Looking from our cross to Thine; 
Cheer our souls with hope divine : 
Hear us, Holy Jesus. 

Part III 

Woman, behold thy son ! Behold thy mother ! — John xix : 26, 27. 

1 Jesus, loving to the end 

Her whose heart Thy sorrows rend, 
And Thy dearest human friend: 
Hear us, Holy Jesus. 

2 May we in Thy sorrows share, 
For Thy sake all peril dare, 
And enjoy Thy tender care: 

Hear us, Holy Jesus. 

3 May we all Thy loved ones be, 
All one holy family, 

Loving for the love of Thee: 
Hear us, Holy Jesus. 

Part IV 

My God, My God, why hast Thou forsaken Me? — Matt, xxvii : 46. 

1 Jesus, whelmed in fears unknown, 
With our evil left alone, 

While no light from heaven is shown : 
Hear us, Holy Jesus. 

2 When we seem in vain to pray, 
And our hope seems far away, 
In the darkness be our stay: 

Hear us, Holy Jesus. 

3 Though no Father seem to hear, 
Though no light our spirits cheer, 
May we know that God is near: 

Hear us, Holy Jesus. 



72 THE CHURCH YEAR 


Paet V 


I thirst. — John xix : 28. 


1 Jesus, in Thy thirst and pain, 


While Thy wounds Thy life-blood drain, 


Thirsting more our love to gain: 


Hear us, Holy Jesus. 


2 Thirst for us in mercy still; 


All Thy holy work fulfill; 


Satisfy Thy loving will : 


Hear us, Holy Jesus. 


3 May we thirst Thy love to know; 


Lead us in our sin and woe 


Where the healing waters flow: 


Hear us, Holy Jesus. 


Part VI 


It is finished. — John xix : 30. 


1 Jesus, all our ransom paid, 


All Thy Father's will obeyed; 


By Thy suff 'rings perfect made : 


Hear us, Holy Jesus. 


2 Save us in our soul's distress : 


Be our help to cheer and bless, 


While we grow in holiness: 


Hear us, Holy Jesus. 


3 Brighten all our heavenward way 


With an ever holier ray 


Till we pass to perfect day: 


Hear us, Holy Jesus. 


Part VII 


Father, into Thy hands I commend My spirit. — Luke xxiii : 46. 


1 Jesus, all Thy labor vast, 


All Thy woe and conflict past; 


Yielding up Thy soul at last: 


Hear us, Holy Jesus. 



PALM SUNDAY 73 



2 When the death-shades round us lower, 
Guard us from the tempter's power, 
Keep us in that trial hour: 

Hear us, Holy Jesus. 

3 May Thy life and death supply, 
Grace to live and grace to die, 
Grace to reach the home on high: 

Hear us, Holy Jesus. 

Thomas Benson Pollock, 1870. 



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85 7 7 7, 5. 

ORD of mercy and of might, 
Of mankind the Life and Light, 
Maker, Teacher, Infinite: 
Jesus, hear and save! 

2 Strong Creator, Saviour mild, 
Humbled to a mortal child, 
Captive, beaten, bound, reviled: 

Jesus, hear and save ! 

3 Throned above celestial things, 
Borne aloft on angels' wings, 
Lord of lords, and King of kings: 

Jesus, hear and save! 

4 Soon to come to earth again, 
Judge of angels and of men, 
Hear us now, and hear us then: 

Jesus, hear and save ! 

Reginald Heber, 1811. 



86 PALM SUNDAY 7 6,7 6.D. 

ALL glory, laud, and honor 
l To Thee, Redeemer, King; 
To Whom the lips of children 
Made sweet hosannas ring. 



74 THE CHURCH YEAR 

2 Thou art the King of Israel, 

Thou David's royal Son, 
Who in the Lord's Name comest, 
The King and Blessed One! 

All glory, land, and honor 

To Thee, Redeemer, King; 
To Whom the lips of children 

Made sweet hosannas ring. 

3 The company of angels 

Are praising Thee on high, 
And mortal men and all things 
Created make reply. 

4 The people of the Hebrews 

With palms before Thee went; 
Our praise and prayer and anthems 
Before Thee we present. 

5 To Thee before Thy Passion 

They sang their hymns of praise; 
To Thee, now high exalted, 
Our melody we raise. 

6 Thou didst accept their praises; 

Accept the praise we bring, 
Who in all good delightest, 
Thou good and gracious King. 

Theodulph of Orleans, d. 821. Tr. John Mason Neale, 185 k- a., 1859. 



87 c. m. 

ESUS ! exalted far on high, 
To Whom a Name is given — 
A Name surpassing every name 
That's known in earth or heaven ! 



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2 Before Whose throne shall every knee 
Bow down with one accord; 
Before Whose throne shall every tongue 
Confess that Thou art Lord; 



PALM SUNDAY 75 



3 Jesus, Who in the form of God, 

Didst equal honor claim, 
Yet, to redeem our guilty souls, 
Didst stoop to death, and shame! 

4 O may that mind in us be formed 

Which shone so bright in Thee, 
An humble, meek, and lowly mind, 
From pride and envy free. 

5 May we to others stoop, and learn 

To emulate Thy love; 
So shall we bear Thine image here, 
And share Thy throne above. 

Thomas Cotterill, 1805. 



88 L. M. 

IDE on! ride on in majesty! 
In lowly pomp ride on to die! 
O Christ, Thy triumphs now begin 
O'er captive death and conquered sin. 



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2 Ride on! ride on in majesty! 
The angel armies of the sky 

Look down with sad and wondering eyes 
To see the approaching Sacrifice. 

3 Ride on! ride on in majesty! 

Thy last and fiercest strife is nigh: 
The Father on His sapphire throne 
Expects His own anointed Son. 

4 Ride on! ride on in majesty! 
In lowly pomp ride on to die ! 

Bow Thy meek head to mortal pain, 
Then take, O God, Thy power and reign. 

Henry Hart Milman, 1827. a. 



76 THE CHURCH YEAR 

89 HOLY WEEK cm. 

OTHOU, Who through this Holy Week 
Didst suffer for us all; 
The sick to heal, the lost to seek, 
To raise up them that fall; 

2 We cannot understand the woe 

Thy love was pleased to bear; 
O Lamb of God, we only know 
That all our hopes are there. 

3 Thy feet the path of suffering trod; 

Thy hand the victory won; 
What shall we render to our God 
For all that He hath done? 

John Mason Neale, 181^2. 
90 6 5,6 5. 

GLORY be to Jesus, 
Who, in bitter pains, , 
Poured for me the life-blood 
From His sacred veins! 

2 Grace and life eternal 

In that Blood I find; 
Blest be His compassion, 
Infinitely kind! 

3 Blest through endless ages 

Be the precious stream 
Which from endless torments 
Doth the world redeem! . 

4 Abel's blood for vengeance 

Pleaded to the skies; 

But the Blood of Jesus 

For our pardon cries ! 



HOLY WEEK 77 



5 Oft as earth exulting 

Wafts its praise on high, 
Angel-hosts rejoicing 
Make their glad reply. 

6 Lift we then our voices, 

Swell the mighty flood; 
Louder still, and louder 
Praise the precious Blood ! 

From the Italian. 
Tr. Edward Caswall, 1857. 

91 L. M. 

THE royal standard forward goes, 
The holy Cross with mystery glows, 
Where death by life was put to shame, 
And life from death triumphant came. 

2 Here from my Saviour's pierced side 
Flows forth the purifying tide, 
That lets no sinful spot remain, 

As blood and water cleanse each stain. 

3 Fulfilled is now the hope foretold, 
That faithful prophets sang of old; 
When God His wondering people see, 
Ruling all nations from the Tree. 

4 Hail! only source of hope and life; 
In this sad time of pain and strife, 
To faithful souls Thy grace increase, 
And to the guilty give Thy peace. 

5 And now, O Blessed Trinity, 
Let endless praises be to Thee, 

Who through the triumph of Thy love, 
Hast gained for us a crown above. 

Fortunatus, d. 669. Tr. John Caspar Mattes, 1913. 



78 THE CHURCH YEAR 



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92 8 7, 8 7. D. 

ESUS, Refuge of the weary, 
Object of the spirit's love, 
Fountain in life's desert dreary, 

Saviour from the world above; 
O how oft Thine eyes, offended, 

Gaze upon the sinner's fall; 
Yet upon the Cross extended, 
Thou didst bear the pain of all. 

2 Do we pass that Cross unheeding, 
Breathing no repentant vow, 

Though we see Thee wounded, bleeding, 
See Thy thorn-encircled brow? 

Yet Thy sinless death hath brought us 
Life eternal, peace, and rest; 

Only what Thy grace hath taught us 
Calms the sinner's stormy breast. 

3 Jesus, may our hearts be burning 
With more fervent love for Thee; 

May our eyes be ever turning 

To Thy Cross of agony; 
Till in glory, parted never 

From the blessed Saviour's side, 
Graven in our hearts for ever, 

Dwell the Cross, the Crucified. 

Girolamo Savonarola, d. 1498. 
Tr. Jane Francesca Wilde, 18 58. 



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93 7 7,77,77. 

O to dark Gethsemane, 
Ye that feel the tempter's power; 
Your Redeemer's conflict see, 

Watch with Him one bitter hour; 
Turn not from His griefs away, 
Learn of Jesus Christ to pray. 



HOLY WEEK 79 



2 Follow to the judgment-hall, 

View the Lord of life arraigned; 
O the wormwood and the gall! 

O the pangs His soul sustained! 
Shun not suffering, shame, or loss; 
Learn of Him to bear the cross. 

3 Calvary's mournful mountain climb; 

There, adoring at His feet, 
Mark that miracle of time, 

God's own Sacrifice complete; 
"It is finished," hear Him cry; 
Learn of Jesus Christ to die. 

4 Early hasten to the tomb, 

Where they laid His breathless clay; 
All is solitude and gloom; 

Who hath taken Him away? 
Christ is ris'ii! — He meets our eyes; 
Saviour, teach us so to rise. 

James Montgomery, 1820, 1825. 

94 8 7, -8-7, 4 7. 

NOW, my soul, thy voice upraising, 
Sing aloud in mournful strain 
Of the sorrows most amazing, 
And the agonizing pain, 
Which our Saviour 
Sinless bore, for sinners slain. 

2 He the ruthless scourge enduring, 
Ransom for our sins to pay, 
Sinners by His own stripes curing, 
Raising those who wounded lay, 

Bore our sorrows, 
And removed our pains away. 



80 THE CHURCH YEAR 

3 He to liberty restored us 

By the very bonds He bare; 
And His nail-pierced limbs afford us 
Each a stream of mercy rare; 

Lo! He draws us 
To the Cross, and keeps us there. 

4 When His painful life was ended, 

Then the spear transfixed His side, 
Blood and water thence descended, 
Pouring forth a double tide; 

This to cleanse us. 
That to heal us is applied. 

5 Jesus! may Thy promised blessing 

Comfort to our souls afford; 
May we, now Thy love possessing, 
And at length our full reward, 

Ever praise Thee 
As our ever-glorious Lord! 

Claude de Santeuil, 1680. 
Tr. John Chandler, 1837. a. 

95 7 7, 7 7. D. 

LORD, Thy Death and Passion give 
J Strength and comfort at my need. 
Every hour while here I live 

On Thy love my soul shall feed. 
Thou didst once for me endure, 
And I fly all thoughts impure; 
Thinking on Thy bitter pains, 
Hushed in prayer my heart remains. 

2 Thy blest Cross hath power to heal 
All the wounds of sin and strife. 
Lost in Thee, my heart doth feel 
Sudden warmth and nobler life. 



HOLY WEEK 81 



In my saddest, darkest grief, 
Let Thy sweetness bring relief, 
Thou Who earnest but to save, 
Thou Who fearest not the grave ! 

Lord, in Thee I place my trust, 
Thou art my Defence and Tower; 

Death Thou treadest in the dust, 
O'er my soul he hath no power. 

That I may have part in Thee, 

Help and save and comfort me; 

Give me, of Thy grace and might, 

Resurrection, life, and light ! 

Fount of good, within me dwell ! 

For the peace Thy presence sheds 
Keeps us safe in conflict fell, 

Charms the pain from dying beds. 
Hide me safe within Thine arm, 
Where no foe can hurt or harm; 
Whoso, Lord, in Thee doth rest, 
He hath conquered, he is blest. 

Johann Heermann, 16^. 
Based on a Latin Hymn of Bernard of Clairvaux, d. 1153. 



Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1851 



96 11 10, 11 10. 

MY Lord, my Master, at Thy feet adoring, 
I see Thee bow'd beneath Thy load of woe; 
For me, a sinner, is Thy life-blood pouring; 

For Thee, my Saviour, scarce my tears will flow. 

2 Thine own disciple to the Jews hath sold Thee, 
With friendship's kiss and loyal word he came; 
How oft of faithful love my lips have told Thee, 
While Thou hast seen my falsehood and my shame ! 



82 THE CHURCH YEAR 

3 With taunts and scoffs they mock what seems Thy 

weakness, 
With blows and outrage adding pain to pain; 
Thou art unmoved and steadfast in Thy meekness; 
When I am wrong'd, how quickly I complain! 

4 My Lord, my Saviour, when I see Thee wearing 

Upon Thy bleeding brow, the crown of thorn, 
Shall I for pleasure live, or shrink from bearing 
Whate'er may be my lot of pain or scorn? 

5 victim of Thy love! O pangs most healing! 

O saving death ! O fruitful agonies ! 
I pray Thee, Christ, before Thee humbly kneeling, 
For ever keep Thy Cross before mine eyes. 

Jacques Bridaine, d. 1767. 
Tr. Thomas Benson Pollock, 1887. 



97 L. M. 

HEN I survey the wondrous Cross 
On which the Prince of Glory died, 
My richest gain I count but loss, 
And pour contempt on all my pride. 



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2 Forbid it, Lord, that I should boast, 

Save in the Death of Christ, my God; 
All the vain things that charm me most, 
I sacrifice them to His Blood. 

3 See, from His head, His hands, His feet, 

Sorrow and love flow mingled down ! 
Did e'er such love and sorrow meet, 
Or thorns compose so rich a crown? 

4 Were the whole realm of nature mine, 

That were a tribute far too small: 
Love so amazing, so divine, 

Demands my soul, my life, my all. 

Isaac Watts, 1707. a. 



HOLY WEEK 83 



98 .8 7,8 7,7 7. 

CHRIST the Life of all the living, 
Christ the Death of death our foe, 
Who Thyself for us once giving 
To the darkest depths of woe, 
Patiently didst yield Thy breath 
But to save my soul from death; 
Thousand, thousand thanks shall be, 
Blessed Jesus, unto Thee. 

2 Thou, ah Thou, hast taken on Thee 

Bitter strokes, a cruel rod; 
Pain and scorn were heaped upon Thee, 

Thou sinless Son of God, 
Only thus for me to win 
Rescue from the bonds of sin; 
Thousand, thousand thanks shall be, 
Blessed Jesus, unto Thee. 

3 Thou didst bear the smiting only 

That it might not fall on me; 
Stoodest falsely charged and lonely, 

That I might be safe and free; 
Comfortless that I might know 
Comfort from Thy boundless woe. 
Thousand, thousand thanks shall be, 
Blessed Jesus, unto Thee. 

4 Then for all that wrought our pardon, 

For Thy sorrows deep and sore, 
For Thine anguish in the garden, 

1 will thank Thee evermore; 
Thank Thee with my latest breath 
For Thy sad and cruel death, 

For that last and bitter cry 
Praise Thee evermore on high. 

Ernst Christoph Hamburg, 1659. 
Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1863. a. 



84 THE CHURCH YEAR 

99 GOOD FRIDAY 7 6,7 6.D. 

O SACRED Head, now wounded, 
With grief and shame weighed down, 
Now scornfully surrounded 

With thorns, Thy only crown ! 
O Sacred Head, what glory, 

What bliss, till now, w^as Thine! 
Yet, though despised and gory, 
I joy to call Thee mine. 

2 How art Thou pale with anguish, 

With sore abuse and scorn! 
^ How does that visage languish, 

Which once was bright as morn! 
What Thou, my Lord, hast suffered, 

Was all for sinners' gain; 
Mine, mine was the transgression, 

But Thine the deadly pain. 

3 Lo, here I fall, my Saviour! 

'Tis I deserve Thy place! 
Look on me with Thy favor, 

Vouchsafe to me Thy grace. 
Receive me, my Redeemer; 

My Shepherd, make me Thine ! 
Of every good the Fountain, 

Thou art the Spring of mine ! 

4 What language shall I borrow 

To thank Thee, dearest Friend, 
For this Thy dying sorrow, 

Thy pity without end! 
O make me Thine for ever, 

And should I fainting be, 
Lord, let me never, never, 

Outlive my love to Thee. 



GOOD FRIDAY 85 



5 Be near when I am dying; 

O! show Thy Cross to me; 
Lord, on Thy help relying 

Come Thou and set me free; 
These eyes, new faith receiving, 

From Thee shall never move; 
For he who dies believing 

Dies safely in Thy love. 

Paul Gerhardt, 1656. 

Based on a Latin Hymn of Bernard of C'lairvaux, d. 1153. 

Tr. James Waddell Alexander, 1830. a. 

100 11 11 11, 5. 

AH, holy Jesus, how hast Thou offended, 
l\ That man to judge Thee hath in hate pretended? 
By foes derided, by Thine own rejected, 

most afflicted. 

2 Who was the guilty? Who brought this upon Thee? 
Alas, my treason, Jesus, hath undone Thee. 

'Twas I, Lord Jesus, I it was denied Thee : 

1 crucified Thee. 

3 Lo, the good Shepherd for the sheep is offered; 
The slave hath sinned, and the Son hath suffered; 
For man's atonement, while he nothing heedeth, 

God intercedeth. 

4 For me, kind Jesus, was Thine Incarnation, 
Thy mortal sorrow, and thy life's oblation; 
Thy death of anguish and thy bitter Passion, 

For my salvation. 

5 Therefore, kind Jesus, since I cannot pay Thee, 
I do adore Thee, and will ever pray Thee, 
Think on Thy pity and Thy love unswerving, 

Not my deserving. 

Johann Hecrmann, 1630. 
Tr. Robert Bridges (18U )• 



86 THE CHURCH YEAR 



101 C M 

LAS ! and did my Saviour bleed, 
And did my Sovereign die? 
Would He devote that sacred Head 
For such a worm as I? 



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2 Was it for crimes that I had done 

He groaned upon the tree? 
Amazing pity! grace unknown! 
And love beyond degree ! 

3 Well might the sun in darkness hide, 

And shut his glories in, 
When Christ, the mighty Maker, died 
For man, the creature's sin! 

4 Thus might I hide my blushing face, 

While His dear Cross appears; 
Dissolve my heart in thankfulness, 
And melt mine eyes to tears. 

5 But drops of grief can ne'er repay 

The debt of love I owe. 
Here, Lord, I give myself away; 
'Tis all that I can do. 

Isaac Watts, 1707. 



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102 6, 6 6, 4, 8 8, 4. 

EHOLD the Lamb of God! 
Thou for sinners slain 
Let it not be in vain 

That Thou hast died. 
Thee for my Saviour let me take, 
My only refuge let me make 
Thy pierced side! 

2 Behold the Lamb of God! 
Into the sacred flood 
Of Thy most precious Blood 
My soul I cast; 



GOOD FRIDAY 87 



Wash me and make me clean within, 
And keep me pure from every sin, 
Till all be past. 

Behold the Lamb of God! 
All hail, incarnate Word! 
Thou everlasting Lord, 

Saviour most blest ! 
Fill us with love that never faints, 
Grant us, with all Thy blessed saints, 

Eternal rest. 

Behold the Lamb of God! 
Worthy is He alone 
To sit upon the throne 

Of God above, 
One with the Ancient of all days, 
One with the Comforter in praise, 

All Light, all Love! 

Matthew Bridges, 18 48. a. 



103 s. m, 

PERFECT life of love! 
All, all is finished now: 
All that He left His throne above 
To do for us below. 



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2 No work is left undone 

Of all the Father willed; 
His toil, His sorrows, one by one, 
The Scripture have fulfilled. 

3 No pain that we can share 

But He has felt its smart; 
All forms of human grief and care 
Have pierced that tender heart. 



88 THE CHURCH YEAR 

4 In perfect love He dies; 

For me He dies, for me; 
all-atoning Sacrifice, 
I cling by faith to Thee. 

5 Work then, O Lord, in me, 

As Thou for me hast wrought; 
And let my love the answer be 
To grace Thy love has brought. 

Henry Williams Baker, 1875. 



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104 7 7, 7 7, 7 7. 

IHRONED upon the awful tree, 
King of grief, I watch with Thee; 
Darkness veils Thine anguished face, 
None its lines of woe can trace, 
None can tell what pangs unknown 
Hold Thee silent and alone. 

2 Silent through those three dread hours, 
Wrestling with the evil powers, 
Left alone with human sin, 
Gloom around Thee and within, 
Till the appointed time is nigh, 
Till the Lamb of God may die. 

3 Hark that cry that peals aloud 
Upward through the whelming cloud! 
Thou, the Father's Only Son, 
Thou, His own Anointed One, 
Thou dost ask Him — can it be? 
"Why hast Thou forsaken Me?" 

4 Lord, should fear and anguish roll 
Darkly o'er my sinful soul, 
Thou, Who once wast thus bereft 
That Thine own might ne'er be left — 
Teach me by that bitter cry 
In the gloom to know Thee nigh. 

John Ellerton, 1875. 



EASTER EVE 89 



105 L. M. 

COME and mourn with me awhile; 
O come ye to the Saviour's side; 
O come, together let us mourn; 
Jesus, our Lord, is crucified. 



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2 Have we no tears to shed for Him, 

While soldiers scoff and Jews deride? 
Ah! look how patiently He hangs; 
Jesus, our Lord, is crucified. 

3 love of God! sin of man! 

In this dread act your strength is tried; 
And victory remains with love; 
For He, our Love, is crucified! 

Frederick William Faber, 181^9. a. 



106 EASTER EVE L. M. 

10RD Jesus, Who, our souls to save, 
.J Didst rest and slumber in the grave, 
Xow grant us all in Thee to rest, 
And here to live as seems Thee best. 



2 Give us the strength, the dauntless faith, 
That Thou hast purchased with Thy death, 
And lead us to that glorious place, 
Where we shall see the Father's face. 

3 O Lamb of God, Who once was slain, 
We thank Thee for that bitter pain. 
Let us partake Thy death, that we 
May enter into Life with Thee. 

Georg Werner. 
Based on a Latin Hymn, XIV Cent. 
Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1858. 



90 THE CHURCH YEAR 

107 6 6, 11. D. 

REST of the weary ! Thou 
Thyself art resting now, 
Where lowly in Thy sepulchre Thou liest; 
From out her deathly sleep 
My soul doth start, to weep 
So sad a wonder, that Thou, Saviour, diest! 

2 Thy bitter anguish o'er, 

To this dark tomb they bore 
Thee, Life of life — Thee, Lord of all creation! 

The hollow rocky cave 

Must serve Thee for a grave, 
Who wast Thyself the Rock of our salvation. 

3 O Prince of Life ! I know 
That when I too lie low, 

Thou wilt at last my soul from death awaken; 

Wherefore I will not shrink 

From the grave's awful brink; 
The heart that trusts in Thee shall ne'er be shaken. 

4 My Jesus, day by day, 
Help me to watch and pray, 

Beside the tomb where in my heart Thou'rt laid. 

Thy bitter death shall be 

My constant memory, 
My guide at last into Death's awful shade. 

Salomo Francl; 1685. 
Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1855. 



1Q8 EASTER 7 6, 7 6. D 

COME, ye faithful, raise the strain 
Of triumphant # gladness; 
God hath brought His Israel 
Into joy from sadness; 



EASTER 91 



'Tis the spring of souls to-day: 

Christ hath burst His prison, 
And from three days' sleep in death, 

As a sun hath risen. 

2 All the winter of our sins, 

Long and dark, is flying 
From His light, to Whom we give 

Laud and praise undying. 
Neither might the gates of death, 

Nor the tomb's dark portal, 
Nor the watchers, nor the seal, 

Hold Thee as a mortal. 

3 But to-day amidst the Twelve 

Thou didst stand, bestowing 
That Thy peace, which evermore 

Passeth human knowing. 
Come, ye faithful, raise the strain 

Of triumphant gladness; 
God hath brought His Israel 

Into joy from sadness. 

John of Damascus, VIII Century. 
Tr. John Mason Neale, 1859. 

109 8 8 8, 4. 

THE strife is o'er, the battle done! 
The victory of life is won! 
The song of triumph has begun ! 

Alleluia! 

2 The pow'rs of death have done their worst, 
But Christ their legions hath dispersed; 
Let shouts of holy joy outburst! 

Alleluia! 

3 The three sad days are quickly sped, 
He rises glorious from the dead; 

All glory to our risen Head! # 

Alleluia! 



92 THE CHURCH YEAR 

4 He closed the yawning gates of hell; 
The bars from heav'n's high portals fell; 
Let hymns of praise His triumph tell! 

Alleluia! 

5 Lord! by the stripes which wounded Thee, 
From death's dread sting Thy servants free, 
That we may live, and sing to Thee, 

Alleluia! 

Latin Hymn of unknown date. 
Tr. Francis Pott, 1859. 

110 8 7, 8 7, 7 8, 7 4. 

CHRIST Jesus lay in death's strong bands, 
For our offences given; 
But now at God's right hand He stands, 

And brings us life from heaven; 
Wherefore let us joyful be, 
And sing to God right thankfully 
Loud songs of Alleluia! 
Alleluia! 

2 It was a strange and dreadful strife, 

When Life and death contended; 
The victory remained with Life, 

The reign of death was ended; 
Stripped of power, no more he reigns; 
An empty form alone remains; 

His sting is lost for ever! 
Alleluia! 

3 So let us keep the festival 

Whereto the Lord invites us; 
Christ is Himself the joy of all, 

The Sun that warms and lights us; 
By His grace He doth impart 
Eternal sunshine to the heart; 

The ttight of sin is ended! 
Alleluia! 



EASTER 93 



4 Then let us feast this Easter day 
On the true Bread of heaven; 
The Word of grace hath purged away 

The old and wicked leaven : 
Christ alone our souls will feed; 
He is our meat and drink indeed; 
Faith lives upon no other! 
Alleluia! 

Martin Luther, 152\. 

Based on the Sequence Victimae Paschali. 

TV. Richard Massie, 185 4. a. 

Ill 7 7, 7 7. D. 

CHRIST, the Lord, is risen to-day, 
Sons of men and angels say; 
Raise your joys and triumphs high; 
Sing, ye heavens, and earth, reply. 
Love's redeeming work is done, 
Fought the fight, the battle won; 
Lo! the Sun's eclipse is o'er; 
Lo! He sets in blood no more. 

2 Vain the stone, the watch, the seal; 
Christ hath burst the gates of hell ! 
Death in vain forbids His rise; 
Christ hath opened Paradise. 
Lives again our glorious King; 
Where, O death, is now thy sting? 
Once He died our souls to save; 
Where thy victory, O grave? 

3 Soar we now where Christ hath led, 
Following our exalted Head: 
Made like Him, like Him we rise; 
Ours the cross, the grave, the skies. 
Hail, the Lord of earth and heaven ! 
Praise to Thee by both be given; 
Thee we greet triumphant now; 
Hail, the Resurrection Thou! 

Charles Wesley, 1739. a. 



94 THE CHURCH YEAR 

112 7 7, 7 7. 

CHRIST, the Lord, is ris'n to-day; 
Christians, haste your vows to pay; 
Offer ye your praises meet 
At the Paschal Victim's feet. 

2 For the sheep the Lamb hath bled, 
Sinless in the sinner's stead; 
"Christ is ris'n," to-day we cry; 
Now He lives no more to die. 

3 Christ, the Victim undefiled, 
God and man hath reconciled; 
While in strange and awful strife 
Met together death and Life: 

4 Christians, on this happy day 
Haste with joy your vows to pay; 
"Christ is ris'n," to-day we cry; 
Now He lives no more to die. 

5 Christ Who once for sinners bled, 
Now the first-born from the dead, 
Throned in endless might and power, 
Lives and reigns for evermore. 

6 Hail, Eternal Hope on high! 
Hail, Thou King of victory! 
Hail, Thou Prince of Life adored ! 
Help and save us, Gracious Lord. 

Medieval Sequence. 
Tr. Jane Eliza Leeson, IS 51. 



113 7 7, 7 7. 

ESUS CHRIST is risen to-day, Alleluia! 
Our triumphant holy day, Alleluia! 
Who did once, upon the Ooss, Alleluia! 
Suffer to redeem our loss. Alleluia! 



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EASTER 95 



2 Hymns of praise then let us sing, Alleluia! 
Unto Christ, our heavenly King, Alleluia! 
Who endured the Cross and grave, Alleluia! 
Sinners to redeem and save. Alleluia! 

3 But the pains which He endured, Alleluia ! 
Our salvation have procured, Alleluia! 
Now above the sky He's King, Alleluia! 
Where the angels ever sing. Alleluia! 

From the Latin, XIII Cent. 

- Tr. in Lyra Davidica, 1708. 

Arnold's Compleat Psalmodist, 17-^9, a. 

114 7 7, 7 7 

CHRIST, the Lord, is risen again; 
Christ hath broken every chain; 
Hark, angelic voices cry, 
Singing evermore on high, 
Alleluia ! 

2 He Who gave for us His life, 
Who for us endured the strife, 
Is our Paschal Lamb to-day; 
We too sing for joy, and say: 

Alleluia ! 

3 He Who bore all pain and loss 
Comfortless upon the Cross, 
Lives in glory now on high, 
Pleads for us, and hears our cry: 

Alleluia ! 

4 He Who slumbered in the grave, 
Is exalted now to save; 

Now through Christendom it rings 
That the Lamb is King of kings, 
Alleluia! 



96 THE CHURCH YEAR 

5 Now He bids us tell abroad, 
How the lost may be restored, 
How the penitent forgiven, 
How we, too, may enter heaven. 

Alleluia! 

6 Thou our Paschal Lamb indeed, 
Christ, Thy ransomed people feed; 
Take our sins and guilt away, 
That we all may sing for aye : 

Alleluia! 

Michael Weisse, 1531. 
Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1858. 

115 7 6, 7 6. D. 

THE day of Resurrection! 
Earth, tell it out abroad! 
The Passover of gladness! 

The Passover of God! 
From death to life eternal, 

From earth unto the sky, 
Our Christ hath brought us over 
With hymns of victory. 

2 Our hearts be pure from evil, 

That we may see aright 
The Lord in rays eternal 

Of resurrection-light; 
And, listening to His accents, 

May hear, so calm and plain, 
His own "All hail!" — and, hearing, 

May raise the victor-strain. 

3 Now let the heavens be joyful! 

Let earth her song begin ! 
Let all the world keep triumph, 
And all that is therein; 



EASTER 97 



In grateful exultation 

Their notes let all things blend, 

For Christ the Lord hath risen, 
Our Joy, that hath no end ! 

John of Damascus, VIII Century. Tr. John Mason Neale, 1862. a. 
116 8 7, 8 7. D. 

ALLELUIA! Alleluia! 
±\. Hearts to heaven and voices raise; 
Sing to God a hymn of gladness, 

Sing to God a hymn of praise; 
He Who on the Cross a Victim 

For the world's salvation bled, 
Jesus Christ, the King of Glory, 

Now is risen from the dead. 

2 Christ is risen! Christ the first-fruits 

Of the holy harvest field, 
Which will all its full abundance 

At His second coming yield. 
Then the golden ears of harvest 

Will their heads before Him wave, 
Ripened by His glorious sunshine, 
^From the furrows of the grave. 

3 Christ is risen! we are risen: 

Shed upon us heavenly grace, 
Rain, and dew, and gleams of glory, 

From the brightness of Thy face; 
That we, Lord, with hearts in heaven, 

Here on earth may fruitful be, 
And by angel-hands be gathered, 

And be ever safe with Thee. 

4 Alleluia! Alleluia! 

Glory be to God on high, 
Alleluia! to the Saviour, 

Who has gained the victory; 



98 THE CHURCH YEAR 

Alleluia! to the Spirit, 

Font of love and sanctity; 

Alleluia! Alleluia! 

To the Triune Majesty. 

Christopher Wordsworth, 1862. 
117 8 7, 8 7. D. 

CHRIST is risen! Alleluia! 
Risen our victorious Head! 
Sing His praises ! Alleluia ! 

Christ is risen from the dead! 
Gratefully our hearts adore Him 

As His light once more appears; 
Bowing down in joy before Him, 
Rising up from griefs and tears. 

Christ is risen! Alleluia! 

Risen our victorious Head! 
Sing His praises! Alleluia! 

Christ is risen from the dead. 

2 Christ is risen ! all the sadness 

Of our Lenten fast is o'er; 
Through the open gates of gladness. 

He returns to life once more; 
Death and hell before Him bending, 

He doth rise, the Victor now, 
Angels on His steps attending, 

Glory round His wounded brow. 

3 Christ is risen! all the sorrow 

That last evening round Him lay, 
Now hath found a glorious morrow 

In the rising of to-day; 
And the grave its first-fruits giveth, 

Springing up from holy ground; 
He was dead, but now He liveth; 

He was lost, but He is found : 



EASTER 99 



4 Christ is risen! henceforth never 

Death or hell shall us enthrall; 
Be we Christ's, in Him for ever 

We have triumphed over all; 
All the doubting and dejection 

Of our trembling hearts have ceased; 
'Tis His day of Resurrection! 

Let us rise and keep the Feast. 

John Samuel Bewley Monsell, 1863. 

118 ii, ii, ii, ii, ii. 

WELCOME, happy morning! age to age shall 
say: 
Hell to-day is vanquished; heaven is won to-day! 
Lo ! the Dead is living, God for evermore ! 
Him, their true Creator, all His works adore. 
Hell to-day is vanquished; heaven is won to-day! 

2 Maker and Redeemer, Life and Health of all, 
Thou from heaven beholding human nature's fall, 
Thou of God the Father, true and only Son, 
Manhood to deliver, manhood didst put on. 

Hell to-day is vanquished; heaven is won to-day! 

3 Thou, of life the Author, death didst undergo, 
Tread the path of darkness, saving strength to show; 
Come then, True and Faithful, now fulfill Thy word; 
'Tis Thine own third morning: rise, O buried Lord! 
Hell to-day is vanquished; heaven is won to-day! 

4 Loose the souls long prisoned, bound with Satan's 

chain; 
All that now is fallen raise to life again; 
Show Thy face in brightness, bid the nations see; 
Bring again our daylight; day returns with Thee; 
Hell to-day is vanquished; heaven is won to-day! 

From ForfunatvR, VI Century. 
Tr. John Ellerton, 1868. a. 



100 THE CHURCH YEAR 



119 C. M 

ELCOME, Thou Victor in the strife, 
Welcome from out the cave! 
To-day we triumph in Thy life 
Around Thine empty grave. 



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2 Our enemy is put to shame, 

His short-lived triumph o'er; 
Our God is with us, we exclaim: 
We fear our foe no more. 

3 The dwellings of the just resound 

With songs of victory; 
For in their midst, Thou, Lord, art found, 
And bringest peace with Thee. 

4 O let Thy conqu'ring banner wave 

O'er hearts Thou makest free; 
And point the path that from the grave 
Leads heavenward up to Thee. 

Benjamin Schmolck, 17 IS. Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1855. 



120 ASCENSION 8 7, 8 7. D. 

EE the Conqueror mounts in triumph ! 



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See the King, in royal state, 
Riding on the clouds, His chariot, 

To His heavenly palace gate! 
Hark ! the choir of angel voices, 

Joyful alleluias sing, 
And the portals high are lifted 

To receive their heavenly King. 

2 Who is this that comes in glory 
With the trump of jubilee? 
Lord of battles, God of armies, 
He has gained the victory! 



ASCENSION 101 



He Who on the Cross did suffer, 

He Who from the grave arose, 
He has vanquished sin and Satan, 

He by death has spoiled His foes. 

3 Now our heavenly Aaron enters 

With His Blood within the veil; 
Joshua now is come to Canaan, 

And the kings before Him quail; 
Now He plants the tribes of Israel 

In their promised resting-place; 
Now our great Elijah offers 

Double portion of His grace. 

4 Thou hast raised our human nature 

On the clouds to God's right hand; 
There we sit in heavenly places, 

There with Thee in glory stand; 
Jesus reigns, adored by angels; 

Man with God is on the throne; 
Mighty Lord, in Thine Ascension 

We by faith behold our own. 

5 Glory be to God the Father; 

Glory be to God the Son, 
Dying, risen, ascending for us, 

Who the heav'nly realm has won; 
Glory to the Holy Spirit; 

To One God in Persons Three; 
Glory both in earth and heaven, 

Glory, endless glory, be. 

Christopher Wordsworth, 1862. 



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121 8 7, 8 7, 4 7. 

OOK, ye saints! the sight is glorious, 
See the Man of Sorrows now; 
From the fight returned victorious, 
Every knee to Him shall bow; 
Crown Him! Crown Him! 
Crowns become the Victor's brow. 



102 THE CHURCH YEAR 

2 Crown the Saviour! angels crown Him! 

Rich the trophies Jesus brings; 
In the seat of power enthrone Him, 
While the vault of heaven rings; 

Crown Him! Crown Him! 
Crown the Saviour King of kings. 

3 Sinners in derision crowned Him, 

Mocking thus the Saviour's claim; 
Saints and angels crowd around Him, 
Own His Title, praise His Name; 

Crown Him ! Crown Him ! 
Spread abroad the Victor's fame. 

4 Hark, those bursts of acclamation! 

Hark, those loud triumphant chords! 
Jesus takes the highest station; 
O what joy the sight affords ! 

Crown Him! Crown Him! 
King of kings, and Lord of lords. 

Thomas Kelly, 1809. 

122 L. M. 

AHYMN of glory let us sing; 
New hymns throughout the world shall ring; 
By a new way none ever trod, 
Christ mounteth to the throne of God. 

2 May our affections thither tend, 
And thither constantly ascend, 
Where, seated on the Father's throne, 
Thee, reigning in the heavens, we own! 

3 Be Thou our present Joy, O Lord, 
Who wilt be ever our Reward; 
And as the countless ages flee, 
May all our glory be in Thee! 

Bede, d. 735. 
Tr. Elizabeth Rundle Charles, 1858. 



ASCENSION 103 



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123 S. M. D. 

IHOU art gone up on high 
To mansions in the skies, 
And round Thy throne unceasingly 

The songs of praise arise. 
But we are lingering here, 

With sin and care oppressed; 
Lord, send Thy promised Comforter, 
And lead us to our rest. 



2 Thou art gone up on high; 

But Thou didst first come down, 
Through earth's most bitter misery 

To pass unto Thy crown; 
And girt with griefs and fears 

Our onward course must be; 
But only let that path of tears 

Lead us at last to Thee ! 

3 Thou art gone up on high; 

But Thou shalt come again 
With all the bright ones of the sky 

Attendant in Thy train. 
O by Thy saving power 

So make us live and die, 
That we may stand, in that dread hour, 

At Thy right hand on high ! 

Emma Leslie Toke, 1851. 



124 7 6, 7 6. 

RAW us to Thee, Lord Jesus, 
And we will hasten on; 
For strong desire doth seize us 
To go where Thou art gone. 



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2 Draw us to Thee; enlighten 

These hearts to find Thy way, 
That else the tempests frighten, 
Or pleasures lure astray. 



104 THE CHURCH YEAR 

3 Draw us to Thee; and teach us 

E'en now that rest to find, 
Where turmoils cannot reach us, 
Nor cares weigh down the mind. 

4 Draw us to Thee; nor leave us 

Till all our path is trod: 
Then in Thine arms receive us, 
And bear us home to God. 

Friedrich Funeke, 1686. 
Tr. Catherine Winkivorth, 1862. 



KINGDOM AND GLORY OF CHRIST 
125 c. m. 

THE Head that once was crowned with thorns 
Is crowned with glory now; 
A royal diadem adorns 

The mighty Victor's brow. 

2 The highest place that heaven affords 

Is His, is His by right, 
The King of kings, and Lord of lords, 
And heaven's eternal Light. 

3 The Joy of all who dwell above, 

The Joy of all below, 
To whom He manifests His love, 
And grants His Name to know. 

4 To them the Cross, with all its shame, 

With all its grace, is given; 
Their name an everlasting name, 
Their joy the joy of heaven. 

5 They suffer with their Lord below, 

They reign with Him above; 
Their profit and their joy to know 
The mystery of His love. 



KINGDOM AND GLORY OF CHRIST 105 

6 The Cross He bore is life and health, 
Though shame and death to Him; 
His people's hope, His people's wealth, 
Their everlasting theme. 

Thomas Kelly, 1820. a. 



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126 6 6, 6 6, 8 8. 

EJOICE, the Lord is King! 
Your Lord and King adore; 
Mortals, give thanks and sing, 

And triumph evermore; 
Lift up your heart, lift up your voice; 
Rejoice, again I say, rejoice. 

2 Jesus, the Saviour, reigns, 
The God of truth and love; 

When He had purged our stains 

He took His seat above; 
Lift up your heart, lift up your voice; 
Rejoice, again I say, rejoice. 

3 His kingdom cannot fail, 
He rules o'er earth and heaven, 

The keys of death and hell 

Are to our Jesus given; 
Lift up your heart, lift up your voice; 
Rejoice, again I say, rejoice. 

4 He sits at God's right hand 
Till all His foes submit, 

And bow to His command, 

And fall beneath His feet: 
Lift up your heart, lift up your voice; 
Rejoice, again I say, rejoice. 

Charles Wesley, 17 U- 
8 7, 8 7. D. 

ALLELUIA! sing to Jesus; 
JTIl His the sceptre, His the throne; 
Alleluia! His the triumph, 
His the victory alone. 



106 THE CHURCH YEAR 

Hark! the songs of peaceful Sion 

Thunder like a mighty flood : 
"Jesus out of every nation 

Hath redeemed us by His Blood. " 

2 Alleluia ! not as orphans 

We are left in sorrow now; 
Alleluia ! He is near us, 

Faith believes, nor questions how. 
Though the cloud from sight received Him, 

When the forty days were o'er, 
Shall our hearts forget His promise: 

"I am with you evermore"? 

3 Alleluia! Bread of Heaven, 

Thou on earth our food and stay, 
Alleluia ! here the sinful 

Flee to Thee from day to day; 
Intercessor, Friend of sinners, 

Earth's Redeemer, plead for me, 
Where the songs of all the sinless 

Sweep across the crystal sea. 

William Chatterton Dix, 1866. 



128 c. m. 

CHRIST, our Hope, our heart's Desire, 
Maker and God of all, 
Word in the latter days made flesh, 
Redeemer from the fall; 



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2 How vast the mercy and the love 

Which laid our sins on Thee, 
And led Thee to a cruel death, 
To set Thy people free ! 

3 But now the bands of death are burst, 

The ransom has been paid; 
And Thou art on Thy Father's throne, 
In glorious robes arrayed. 



KINGDOM AND GLORY OF CHRIST 107 

4 O may Thy mighty love prevail 

Our sinful souls to spare! 
O may we come before Thy throne, 
And see Thy glory there! 

5 O Christ, be Thou our present Joy, 

Our future great Reward; 
Our only glory may it be 
To glory in the Lord! 

6 All praise to Thee Who art gone up 

Triumphantly to heaven; 
All praise to God the Father's Name 
And Holy Ghost be given. 

Latin Hymn of VII or VIII Century. 
Tr. John Chandler, 1837. a. 



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5 5 7, 5 5 7. 

EAUTIFUL Saviour! 
King of Creation ! 
Son of God and Son of Man! 
Truly I'd love Thee, 
Truly I'd serve Thee, 
Light of my soul, my Joy, my Crown. 

2 Fair are the meadows, 
Fair are the woodlands. 

Robed in flowers of blooming spring; 

Jesus is fairer, 

Jesus is purer; 
He makes our sorrowing spirit sing. 

3 Fair is the sunshine, 
Fair is the moonlight, 

Bright the sparkling stars on high; 

Jesus shines brighter, 

Jesus shines purer, 
Than all the angels in the sky. 



108 THE CHURCH YEAR 

4 Beautiful Saviour.' 

Lord of the nations! 
Son of God and Son of Man! 

Glory and honor, 

Praise, adoration, 
Now and for evermore be Thine ! 

Miinster Gesangbueli, 1677. TV. Joseph Augustus Seiss, 1873. 

130 cm. 

COME, let us join our cheerful songs 
With angels round the throne; 
Ten thousand thousand are their tongues, 
But all their joys are one. 

2 "Worthy the Lamb that died," they cry, 

"To be exalted thus." 
"Worthy the Lamb," our lips reply, 
"For He was slain for us." 

3 Jesus is worthy to receive 

Honor and power divine; 
And blessings more than we can give, 
Be, Lord, for ever Thine. 

4 Let all that dwell above the sky, 

And air, and earth, and seas, 
Conspire to lift Thy glories high, 
And speak Thine endless praise! 

5 The whole creation join in one, 

To bless the sacred Name 
Of Him that sits upon the throne, 
And to adore the Lamb. 



Isaac Watts, 1707. 



131 c. M 

LL hail the power of Jesus' Name! 
Let angels prostrate fall; 
Bring forth the royal diadem, 
And crown Him Lord of all. 



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KINGDOM AND GLORY OF CHRIST 109 

2 Crown Him, ye martyrs of your God 

Who from His altar call; 
Extol the Stem of Jesse's rod, 
And crown Him Lord of all. 

3 Ye seed of Israel's chosen race, 

Ye ransomed of the fall, 
Hail Him Who saves you by His grace, 
And crown Him Lord of all. 

4 Sinners, whose love can ne'er forget 

The wormwood and the gall, 
Go, spread your trophies at His feet, 
And crown Him Lord of all. 

5 Let every kindred, every tribe, 

On this terrestrial ball, 
To Him all majesty ascribe, 
And crown Him Lord of all. 

6 O that with yonder sacred throng 

We at His feet may fall; 
We'll join the everlasting song 
And crown Him Lord of all. 

Edward Perronet, 1780. 
Sta?izas 5 and 6 by John Rippon, 1787. 



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132 c m 

AIL, Holy, Holy, Holy Lord! 
Let powers immortal sing, 
Adore the co-eternal Word, 
Rejoice, the Lord is King! 

To Thee all angels cry aloud, 

Thy Name hosannas ring; 
Around Thy throne their myriads crowd, 

And shout, "The Lord is King!" 

Hail Him, they cry, ye sons of light, 

Of joy th' eternal Spring; 
Praise Him Who formed you by His might, 

Rejoice, the Lord is King! 



110 THE CHURCH YEAR 

4 Hail Him, ye saints, Whose love for you 

Has drawn the monster's sting; 
O render to the Lord His due; 
Rejoice, the Lord is King! 

5 Cry out and shout, fair Zion's land! 

Ye priests, your offerings bring; 
Watchmen, that on her ramparts stand, 
O shout, "The Lord is King!" 

6 Let worlds above and worlds below, 

In songs united sing; 
And, while eternal ages flow, 
Rejoice, the Lord is King! 

Edward Perronet, 1785. a. 



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133 8 7, 8 7, 7 7. 

ARK! ten thousand harps and voices 
Sound the note of praise above: 
Jesus reigns, and heaven rejoices; 

Jesus reigns, the God of love, 
See, He sits on yonder throne; 
Jesus rules the world alone. 

% Jesus, hail! Whose glory brightens 

All above, and makes it fair; 
Lord of life, Thy smile enlightens, 

Cheers, and charms Thy people here. 
When w^e think of love like Thine, 
Lord, we own it love divine. 

3 King of glory, reign for ever; 

Thine an everlasting crown; 
Nothing from Thy love shall sever 

Those whom Thou hast made Thine own; 
Happy objects of Thy grace, 
Destined to behold Thy face. 



KINGDOM AND GLORY OF CHRIST 111 

4 Saviour, hasten Thine appearing; 

Bring, O bring the glorious day, 
When, the awful summons hearing, 

Heaven and earth shall pass away; 
Then, with golden harps, we'll sing: 
"Glory, glory, to our King." 

Thomas Kelly, 1806. a. 



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CROWN Him with many crowns, 
The Lamb upon His throne; 
Hark! how the heavenly anthem drowns 

All music but its own! 
Awake, my soul, and sing 

Of Him Who died for thee, 
And hail Him as thy chosen King 
Through all eternity. 

Crown Him the Son of God 

Before the worlds began; 
And ye, who tread where He hath trod, 

Crown Him the Son of Man, 
Who every grief hath known 

That wrings the human breast, 
And takes and bears them for His own 

That all in Him may rest. 

Crown Him the Lord of life, 

Who triumphed o'er the grave, 
And rose victorious in the strife 

For those He came to save; 
His glories now we sing, 

Who died, and rose on high, 
Who died, eternal life to bring, 

And lives, that death may die. 



112 THE CHURCH YEAR 

4 Crown Him the Lord of heaven, 

Enthroned in worlds above, 
Crown Him the King to Whom is given 

The wondrous name of Love. 
Crown Him with many crowns 

As thrones before Him fall, 
Crown Him, ye kings, with many crowns, 

For He is King of all. 

Stanza 1, Matthew Bridges, 1851. 
Stanzas 2-4, Godfrey Thring, 1882. 



135 c. m. 

OFOR a thousand tongues to sing 
My great Redeemer's praise, 
The glories of my God and King, 
The triumphs of His grace! 

2 My gracious Master and my God, 

Assist me to proclaim, 
To spread through all the earth abroad 
The honors of Thy Name. 

3 Jesus, the Name that charms our fears, 

That bids our sorrows cease; 
'Tis music in the sinner's ears, 
'Tis life, and health, and peace. 

4 He breaks the power of cancelled sin, 

He sets the prisoner free; 
His Blood can make the foulest clean; 
His Blood avails for me. 

5 Look unto Him, ye nations; own 

Your God, ye fallen racp ; 
Look, and be saved through faith alone, 
Be justified by grace. 



KINGDOM AND GLORY OF CHRIST 113 

6 See all your sins on Jesus laid; 

The Lamb of God was slain: 
His soul was once an offering made 
For every soul of man. 

7 Glory to God, and praise, and love, 

Be ever, ever given, 
By saints below and saints above, 
The Church in earth and heaven. 

Charles Wesley, 1738. a. 



136 L. M. 

KNOW that my Redeemer lives! 
What comfort this sweet sentence gives! 
He lives, He lives, Who once was dead, 
He lives, my ever-living Head. 



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2 He lives to bless me with His love, 
He lives to plead for me above, 
He lives my hungry soul to feed, 
He lives to help in time of need. 

3 He lives to grant me rich supply, 
He lives to guide me with His eye, 
He lives to comfort me when faint, 
He lives to hear my soul's complaint. 

4 He lives to silence all my fears, 
He lives to wipe away my tears, 
He lives to calm my troubled heart, 
He lives all blessings to impart. 

5 He lives, all glory to His Name! 
He lives, my Jesus still the same; 

the sweet joy this sentence gives: 

1 know that my Redeemer lives ! 

Samuel Medley, 1775. a. 



114 THE CHURCH YEAR 

137 L.M. 

WHERE high the heavenly temple stands, 
The house of God not made with hands, 
A great High-Priest our nature wears, 
The Saviour of mankind appears. 

2 He Who for men their surety stood, 
And pour'd on earth His precious Blood, 
Pursues in heav'n His mighty plan, 
The Saviour and the Friend of man. 



3 Though now ascended up on high, 
He bends on earth a brother's eye; 
Partaker of the human name, 

He knows the frailty of our frame. 

4 In every pang that rends the heart 
The Man of Sorrows had a part; 
He sympathizes with our grief, 
And to the sufferer sends relief. 

5 With boldness therefore at the throne 
Let us make all our sorrows known, 
And ask the aid of heav'nly power, 
To help us in the evil hour. 

Michael Bruce, cir. 1764- 



138 6 6, 6 6, 8 8. 

A RISE, my soul, arise, 
il Shake off thy guilty fears; 
The bleeding Sacrifice 

In my behalf appears : 
Before the throne my Surety stands, 
My name is written on His hands.. 



WHITSUNDAY— THE HOLY SPIRIT 115 

2 He ever lives above, 

For me to intercede, 
His all-redeeming love, 

His precious Blood to plead; 
His Blood atoned for all our race, 
And sprinkles now the throne of grace. 

3 Five bleeding wounds He bears, 

Received on Calvary; 
They pour effectual prayers, 

They strongly speak for me; 
Forgive him, O forgive, they cry, 
Nor let that ransomed sinner die ! 

4 My God is reconciled; 

His pardoning voice I hear; 
He owns me for His child, 

I can no longer fear; 
With confidence I now draw nigh, 
And "Father, Abba, Father!" cry. 

Charles Wesley, 171,2. 



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8 6, 8 6, 8 8. 
ET songs of praises fill the sky : 
Christ our ascended Lord, 
Sends down His Spirit from on high, 
According to His word. 

All hail the day of Pentecost, 
The coming of the Holy Ghost! 

The Spirit by His heavenly breath 

Creates new life within; 
He quickens sinners from the death 
Of trespasses and sin. 

All hail the day of Pentecost, 
The coming of the Holy Ghost! 



116 THE CHURCH YEAR 

3 The things. of Christ the Spirit takes, 

And to our hearts reveals; 
Our body He His temple makes, 

And our redemption seals. 
All hail the day of Pentecost, 
The coming of the Holy Ghost! 

4 Come, Holy Spirit, from above, 

With Thy celestial fire; 
Come, and with flames of zeal and love 

Our hearts and tongues inspire. 
All hail the day of Pentecost, 
The coming of the Holy Ghost ! 

Thomas CotteriU, 1819. 






140 L.M. 

PIRIT of mercy, truth, and love, 
O shed Thine influence from above, 
And still from age to age convey 
The wonders of this sacred dav. 



s ! 



2 In every clime, by every tongue, 
Be God's amazing glory sung; 
Through all the listening earth be taught 
The wonders by our Saviour wrought. 

3 Unfailing Comfort, heavenly Guide, 
Still o'er Thy Holy Church preside; 
Still let mankind Thy blessings prove, 
Spirit of mercy, truth, and love. 

London Foundling Hospital Collection. 17 J/4. 
Revised by Thomas CotteriU, 1819. 



141 s. m: 

ORD God, the Holy Ghost! 
In this accepted hour, 
As on the day of Pentecost, 
O come in all Thy power. 



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WHITSUNDAY— THE HOLY SPIRIT 117 

2 We meet with one accord 

In our appointed place, 
And wait the promise of our Lord, 
The Spirit of all grace. 

3 Like mighty rushing wind 

Upon the waves beneath, 
Move with one impulse every mind, 
One soul, one feeling breathe. 

4 The young, the old inspire 

With wisdom from above; 
And give us hearts and tongues of fire 
To pray, and praise, and love. 

5 Spirit of light, explore 

And chase our gloom away, 
With lustre shining more and more 
Unto the perfect day. 

6 Spirit of truth, be Thou 

In life and death our Guide; 
O Spirit of adoption, now 
May we be sanctified! 

James Montgomery, 1819. 

142 L. M. 

COME, Holy Ghost, our souls inspire 
And lighten with celestial fire; 
Thou the anointing Spirit art 
Who dost Thy sevenfold gifts impart. 

2 Thy blessed unction from above 
Is comfort, life, and fire of love. 
Enable with perpetual light 

The dullness of our blinded sight. 

3 Anoint our heart and cheer our face 
With the abundance of Thy grace. 
Keep far our foes; give peace at home; 
Where Thou art Guide, no ill can come. 



118 THE CHURCH YEAR 

4 Teach us to know the Father, Son, 
And Thee, of Both, to be but One; 
That through the ages all along 
Thy praise may be our endless song! 

Praise to Thy eternal merit, 
Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. 



Latin Hymn of the X Century. 
Tr. John Cosin, 1027. a. 



143 6 6 4, 6 6 6 4. 

COME, Holy Ghost, in love 
Shed on us from above 
Thine own bright ray! 
Divinely good Thou art; 
Thy sacred gifts impart 
To gladden each sad heart; 
O come to-day ! 

2 Come, tend'rest Friend and best, 
Our most delightful Guest, 

With soothing power; 
Rest, which the weary know, 
Shade, 'mid the noontide glow, 
Peace, when deep griefs o'erflow — 

Cheer us, this hour! 

3 Come, Light serene, and still 
Our inmost bosoms fill; 

Dwell in each breast; 
We know no dawn but Thine; 
Send forth Thy beams divine, 
On our dark souls to shine, 

And make us blest ! 

4 Exalt our low desires; 
Extinguish passion's fires; 



WHITSUNDAY— THE HOLY SPIRIT 119 

Heal every wound; 
Our stubborn spirits bend; 
Our icy coldness end; 
Our devious steps attend, 

While heavenward bound. 

5 Come, all the faithful bless; 
Let all, who Christ confess, 

His praise employ; 
Give virtue's rich reward; 
Victorious death accord. 
And with our glorious Lord, 

Eternal joy! 

Latin Sequence of XII Century. 
Tr. Raij Palmer, 1858. 

144 7 7, 7 7, 7 7. 

HOLY Spirit, Lord of Light, 
From Thy clear celestial height, 
Thy pure beaming radiance give; 
Come, Thou Father of the poor! 
Come with treasures which endure! 
Come, Thou Light of all that live! 

2 Thou, of all consolers best, 
Visiting the troubled breast, 

Dost refreshing peace bestow; 
Thou in toil art comfort sweet, 
Pleasant coolness in the heat, 

Solace in the midst of woe. 

3 Light immortal! Light divine! 
Visit Thou these hearts of Thine, 

And our inmost being fill; 
Where Thou art not, man hath naught, 
Nothing good in deed or thought, 

Nothing free from taint of ill. 



120 THE CHURCH YEAR 

4 Heal our wounds, our strength renew; 
On our dryness pour Thy dew; 

Wash the stains of guilt away; 
Bend the stubborn heart and will; 
Melt the frozen, warm the chill; 

Guide the steps that go astray. 

5 Thou, on those who evermore 
Thee confess and Thee adore, 

In Thy sevenfold gifts, descend; 
Give them comfort when they die, 
Give them life with Thee on high, 

Give them joys which never end. 

Latin Sequence of XII Century. 
Tr. Edward Caswall, 1849. 

145 10, 8, 8, 8, 10. 

O SPIRIT of Life, O Spirit of God, 
In every need Thou bringest aid, 
Thou earnest forth from God's great throne, 
From God, the Father and the Son; 
O Spirit of Life, O Spirit of God. 

2 O Spirit of Life, O Spirit of God, 
Make us to love Thy sacred Word; 
The holy flame of love impart, 
That charity may warm each heart; 
O Spirit of Life, O Spirit of God. 

3 O Spirit of Life, O Spirit of God, 
Increase our faith in our dear Lord; 
Unless Thy grace the power should give, 
None can believe in Christ and live; 

O Spirit of Life, O Spirit of God. 

4 O Spirit of Life, O Spirit of God, 
Enlighten us by Thy blest Word; 



WHITSUNDAY— THE HOLY SPIRIT 121 

Teach us to know the Father's love, 
And His dear Son, Who reigns above; 
O Spirit of Life, O Spirit of God. 

5 O Spirit of Life, O Spirit of God, 

By Whom our souls to heaven are led, 
Make us to fight so valiantly 
That we may reign eternally; 
O Spirit of Life, O Spirit of God. 

6 O Spirit of Life, O Spirit of God, 
Forsake us not in death or need. 
We'll sing Thy praise and honor Thee 
With grateful hearts eternally; 

O Spirit of Life, O Spirit of God. 

Johann Niedling, 1651. 
Tr. John Caspar Mattes, 1913. 

146 L. M. 

COME, Holy Spirit, God and Lord! 
Be all Thy graces now outpoured 
On the believer's mind and soul, 
To strengthen, save, and make us whole. 

2 Lord, by the brightness of Thy light, 
Thou in the faith dost men unite 

Of every land and every tongue : 
This to Thy praise, O Lord, be sung. 

3 Thou strong Defence, Thou holy Light, 
Teach us to know our God aright, 
And call Him Father from the heart; 
The Word of life and truth impart, 

4 That we may love not doctrines strange, 
Xor e'er to other teachers range, 

But Jesus for our Master own, 
And put our trust in Him alone. 



122 THE CHURCH YEAR 

5 Thou sacred x4rdor, Comfort sweet, 
Help us to wait with ready feet 
And willing heart at Thy command, 
Nor trial fright us from Thy band. 

6 Lord, make us ready with Thy powers: 
Strengthen the flesh in weaker hours, 
That as good warriors we may force 
Through life and death to Thee our course! 

Martin Luther, 1521}.. Tr. Catherine Winkworlh, 1855. a, 



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147 8 7, 8 7. D. 

OLY Spirit, Source of gladness! 
Come, with all Thy radiance bright; 
O'er our weariness and sadness 

Breathe Thy Life, and shed Thy light! 
Come, Thou best of all donations 

God can give, or we implore! 
Having Thy sweet consolations, 
We need wish for nothing more. 

2 From that height which knows no measure, 
As a gracious shower descend, 

Bringing down the richest treasure 

Man can wish, or God can send. 
Author of the new creation! 

Come with unction and with power; 
Make our hearts Thy habitation; 

On our souls Thy graces shower. 

3 Manifest Thy love for ever; 
Fence us in on every side; 

In distress be our reliever; 

Guard and teach, support and guide. 
Hear, O hear our supplication, 

Loving Spirit, God of peace ! 
Rest upon this congregation, 

With the fulness of Thy grace. 

Paul Gerhardt, 1648. Tr. Composite. 



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148 L. M. 

LEST Spirit, one with God above, 
Thou Source of life and holy love, 
O cheer us with Thy sacred beams, 
Refresh us with Thy plenteous streams. 

2 O may our lips confess Thy Name, 
Our holy lives Thy praise proclaim; 
With love divine our hearts inspire, 
And fill us with Thy holy fire. 

3 O Holy Father, Holy Son, 
And Holy Spirit, Three in One, 
Thy grace devoutly we implore, 
Thy Name be praised for evermore. 

Latin Hymn of VII or VIII Century. 
Tr. John Chandler, 1837. 

149 8 7, 8 7, 7 7. 

COME, O come, Thou quickening Spirit, 
Thou for ever art divine: 
Let Thy power never fail me, 

Always fill this heart of mine; 
Thus shall grace, and truth, and light 
Dissipate the gloom of night. 

2 Grant my mind and my affections 

Wisdom, counsel, purity, 
That I may be ever seeking 

Naught but that which pleases Thee. 
Let Thy knowledge spread and grow, 
Working error's overthrow. 

3 Holy Spirit, strong and mighty 

Thou Who makest all things new, 
Make Thy work within me perfect, 

Help me by Thy Word so true; 
Arm me with that sword of Thine, 
And the victory shall be mine. 



124 THE CHURCH YEAR 

4 In the faith, O make me steadfast; 

Let not Satan, death or shame 
Of my confidence deprive me; 

Lord, my refuge is Thy Name. 
When the flesh inclines to ill, 
Let Thy Word prove stronger still. 

Heinrich Held, 1658. 
Tr. Charles William Schaeffer, 1866. 

150 L. M. 

COME, gracious Spirit, heavenly Dove, 
With light and comfort from above; 
Be Thou our Guardian, Thou our Guide, 
O'er every thought and step preside. 

2 The light of truth to us display, 

That we may know and choose Thy way; 
Plant holy fear in every heart, 
That we from God may ne'er depart. 

3 Lead us to Christ, the living Way, 
Nor let us from His pastures stray; 
Lead us to holiness, the road 

That we must take to dwell with God. 

4 Lead us to heaven that we may share 
Fulness of joy for ever there; 

Lead us to God our final rest, 
To be with Him for ever blest. 

Simon Browne, 1720. 
Ash and Evans, Bristol Collection, 1769. 

151 S M 

COME, Holy Spirit, come; 
Let Thy bright beams arise; 
Dispel the sorrow from our minds, 
The darkness from our eyes. 



WHITSUNDAY— THE HOLY SPIRIT 125 

Revive our drooping faith; 

Our doubts and fears remove; 
And kindle in our breasts the flame 

Of never-dying love. 

Convince us of our sin, 

Then lead to Jesus' Blood, 
And to our wondering view reveal 

The precious love of God. 

'Tis Thine to cleanse the heart, 

To sanctify the soul, 
To pour fresh life on every part, 

And new create the whole. 

Dwell, Spirit, in our hearts; 

Our minds from bondage free; 
Then shall we know, and praise, and love 

The Father, Son. and Thee. 

Joseph Hart, 1759. a. 

8 8 6. D. 
10 Thee, O Comforter divine, 
For all Thy grace and power benign, 
Sing we Alleluia ! 
To Thee, Whose faithful love had place 
In God's great covenant of grace, 
Sing we Alleluia! 

To Thee, Whose faithful voice doth win 
The wandering from the ways of sin, 

Sing we Alleluia! 
To Thee, Whose faithful power doth heal, 
Enlighten, sanctify, and seal, 

Sing we Alleluia! 

To Thee, Whose faithful truth is shown, 
By every promise made our own, 

Sing we Alleluia ! 
To Thee, our Teacher and our Friend, 
Our faithful Leader to the end, 

Sing we Alleluia! 



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126 THE CHURCH YEAR 

4 To Thee, by Jesus Christ sent down, 
Of all His gifts the sum and crown, 

Sing we Alleluia! 
To Thee, Who art with God the Son 
And God the Father, ever One, 

Sing we Alleluia! 

Frances Ridley Haver gal, 1872. 



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X53 Irregular. 

HOLY Spirit, enter in, 
Among these hearts Thy work begin, 
Thy temple deign to make us; 
Sun of the soul, Thou Light divine, 
Around and in us brightly shine, 
To strength and gladness wake us. 
Where Thou shinest, 
Life from heaven there is given; 

We before Thee 
For that precious gift implore Thee. 

2 Left to ourselves, we shall but stray; 
O lead us on the narrow way, 

With wisest counsel guide us; 
And give us steadfastness, that we 
May henceforth truly follow Thee, 
Whatever woes betide us; 
Heal Thou gently 
Hearts now broken; give some token 

Thou art near us, 
Whom we trust to light and cheer us. 

3 O mighty Rock! O Source of life! 
Let Thy dear Word, 'mid doubt and strife, 

Be so within us burning, 
That we be faithful unto death 
In Thy pure love and holy faith. 

From Thee true wisdom learning. 



WHITSUNDAY— THE HOLY SPIRIT 127 

Lord, Thy graces 
On us shower; by Thy power 

Christ confessing, 
Let us win His grace and blessing. 

Grant that our days, while life shall last, 
In purest holiness be passed; 

Our minds so rule and strengthen 
That they may rise o'er things of earth, 
The hopes and joys that here have birth, 

And if our gourse Thou lengthen, 
Keep Thou pure, Lord, 
From offences, heart and senses; 

Blessed Spirit, 
Bid us thus true life inherit. 

Michael Schirmer, 1640. 
Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1863. 



154 7 7, 7 7. 

RACIOUS Spirit, Dove divine! 
Let Thy light within me shine; 
All my guilty fears remove, 
Fill me with Thy heavenly love. 



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2 Speak Thy pardoning grace to me, 
Set the burdened sinner free; 
Lead me to the Lamb of God, 
Wash me in His precious Blood. 

3 Life and peace to me impart; 
Seal salvation on my heart; 
Breathe Thyself into my breast, 
Earnest of immortal rest. 

4 Let me never from Thee stray, 
Keep me in the narrow way; 
Fill my soul with joy divine, 
Keep me, Lord, for ever Thine. 

John Stocker, 1777 



128 THE CHURCH YEAR 



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155 7 6, 7 6. D. 

ENTER, Lord, Thy temple, 
Be Thou my spirit's Guest, 
Who, at my birth, didst give me 

A second birth more blest. 
Though here to dwell Thou deignest, 

Thou in the Godhead, Lord, 
For ever equal reignest, 
Art equally adored. 

2- O enter, let me know Thee, 

And feel Thy power within, 
The power that breaks our fetters, 

And rescues us from sin. 
That I may serve Thee truly, 

O wash and cleanse Thou me, 
To render honor duly 

With perfect heart to Thee. 

3 'Tis Thou, O Spirit, teachest 
The soul to pray aright; 

Thy songs have sweetest music, 
Thy prayers have wondrous might. 

They pierce the highest heaven; 
Unheard they cannot fall, 

Till He His help hath given 
Who surely helpeth all. 

4 The whole wide world, O Spirit, 
Upon Thy hands doth rest; 

Our wayward hearts Thou turnest 

As it may seem Thee best. 
As Thou hast done so often, 

Once more Thy power make known, 
Convert the wicked, soften 

To tears the heart of stone. 



WHITSUNDAY— THE HOLY SPIRIT 129 

5 Order our path in all things 

According to Thy mind; 
And when this life is over, 

And all must be resigned, 
With calm and fearless spirit 

O grant us then to die, 
And after death inherit 

Eternal life on high. 

Paul Gerhardt, 1653. 
Tr. Catherine Winkwortk, 1863. a. 



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156 7 7, 7 7. 

OLY GHOST, with light divine, 
Shine upon this heart of mine; 
Chase the shades of night away, 
Turn the darkness into day. 

2 Let me see my Saviour's face, 
Let me all His beauties trace; 
Show those glorious truths to me 
Which are only known to Thee, 

3 Holy Ghost, w T ith power divine, 
Cleanse this guilty heart of mine; 
In Thy mercy pity me, 
From sin's bondage set me free. 

4 Holy Ghost, wath joy divine, 
Cheer this saddened heart of mine; 
Yield a sacred, settled peace; 
Let it grow and still increase. 

5 Holy Spirit, all divine, 
Dwell within this heart of mine; 
Cast down every idol throne, 
Reign supreme, and reign alone. 

6 See, to Thee I yield my heart; 
Shed Thy life through every part: 
A pure temple I would be, 
Wholly dedicate to Thee. 

Andrew Reed, 1817. a. 



130 THE CHURCH YEAR 



157 . 8 6, 8 4. 

UR blest Redeemer, ere He breathed 
His tender last farewell 
A Guide, a Comforter bequeathed 
With us to dwell. 



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2 He came sweet influence to impart, 

A gracious, willing Guest, 
While He can find one humble heart 
Wherein to rest. 

3 And His that gentle voice we hear, 

Soft as the breath of even, 
That checks each thought, that calms each fear, 
And spqaks of heaven. 

4 And every virtue we possess, 

And every victory won, 
And every thought of holiness, 
Is His alone. 

5 Spirit of purity and grace, 

Our weakness, pitying, see; 
O make our hearts Thy dwelling-place, 
And worthier Thee. 

Harriet Auber, 1829. 

TRINITY SUNDAY— THE HOLY TRINITY 

158 Irregular. 

HOLY, Holy, Holy ! Lord God Almighty ! 
Early in the morning our song shall rise to Thee; 
Holy, Holy, Holy! Merciful and Mighty; 
God in Three Persons, Blessed Trinity! 

2 Holy, Holy, Holy ! all the saints adore Thee, 

Casting down their golden crowns around the 
glassy sea; 
Cherubim and seraphim falling down before Thee, 
Which wert, and art, and evermore shalt be. 






TRINITY SUNDAY— THE HOLY TRINITY 131 

3 Holy, Holy, Holy! though the darkness hide Thee, 

Though the eye of sinful man Thy glory may not 
see, 
Only Thou art holy : There is none beside Thee 
Perfect in power, in love, and purity. 

4 Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty! 

All Thy works shall praise Thy Name, in earth, and 
sky, and sea: 
Holy, Holy, Holy! Merciful and Mighty; 
God in Three Persons, Blessed Trinity ! 

Reginald Heber, 1826. 



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159 7 7, 7 7, 7 7. 

OLY, Holy, Holy Lord, 
God of Hosts, Eternal King, 
By the heavens and earth adored! 
Angels and archangels sing, 
Chanting everlastingly 
To the Blessed Trinity. 

2 Since by Thee were all things made, 
And in Thee do all things live, 

Be to Thee all honor paid; 

Praise to Thee may all things give, 
Singing everlastingly 
To the Blessed Trinity. 

3 Thousands, tens of thousands, stand, 
Spirits blest, before Thy throne, 

Speeding thence at Thy command; 
And when Thy behests are done, 
Singing everlastingly 
To the Blessed Trinity. 

4 Alleluia! Lord, to Thee, 
' Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, 

Godhead One, and Persons Three: 



132 THE CHURCH YEAR 

Join we with the heavenly host, 
Singing everlastingly 
To the Blessed Trinity. 

Christopher Wordsworth, 1862. 



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160 8 7, 8 7, 8 8 7. 

LL glory be to God on high, 
Who hath our race befriended! 
To us no harm shall now come nigh, 

The strife at last is ended; 
God showeth His good will to men, 
And peace shall reign on earth again; 
O thank Him for His goodness. 

2 We praise, we worship Thee, we trust, 
And give Thee thanks for ever, 

Father, that Thy rule is just, 

And wise, and changes never; 
Thy boundless power o'er all things reigns, 
Thou dost whate'er Thy will ordains : 

Well for us that Thou rulest ! 

3 Jesus Christ, our God and Lord, 
Son of Thy Heavenly Father, 

O Thou Who hast our peace restored 

And the lost sheep dost gather, 
Thou Lamb of God, to Thee on high, 
From out our depths, we sinners cry: 

Have mercy on us, Jesus! 

4 Holy Ghost, Thou precious Gift, 
Thou. Comforter unfailing, 

O'er Satan's snares our souls uplift, 

And let Thy power, availing, 
Avert our woes and calm our dread; 
For us the Saviour's Blood was shed: 

We trust in Thee to save us ! 

Nikolaus Decius (Von TTofe), 1526- 
Tr. Catherine Winkworth, IS 63. a. 



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161 8 7, 8 7. D. 

OUND the Lord in glory seated, 
Cherubim and seraphim 
Filled His temple, and repeated 
Each to each th' alternate hymn: 
"Lord, Thy glory fills the heaven, 
Earth is with its fulness stored; 
Unto Thee be glory given, 
Holy, Holy, Holy Lord!" 



2 Heaven is still with glory ringing, 
Earth takes up the angels' cry, 
"Holy, Holy, Holy," singing, 

"Lord of Hosts, the Lord most high! 
Lord, Thy glory fills the heaven, 

Earth is with its fulness stored; 
Unto Thee be glory given, 
Holy, Holy, Holy Lord!" 



With His seraph-train before Him, 

With His holy Church below, 
Thus unite we to adore Him, 
Bid we thus our anthem flow: 

"Lord, Thy glory fills the heaven, 
Earth is with its fulness stored; 
Unto Thee be glory given, 
Holy, Holy, Holy Lord!" 

Richard ManL 1887. a. 



L62 cm. 

AIL! Holy, Holy, Holy Lord, 
Whom One in Three we know; 
By all Thy heavenly hosts adored, 
By all Thy Church below, 



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134 THE CHURCH YEAR 

2 One undivided Trinity 

With triumph we proclaim; 
Thy universe is full of Thee, 
And speaks Thy glorious Name. 

3 Thee, Holy Father, we confess, 

Thee, Holy Son, adore; 
And Thee, the Holy Ghost, we bless 
And worship evermore. 

4 Hail! Holy, Holy, Holy Lord! 

This be our song to Thee, 
Supreme, Essential One, adored 
In Co-eternal Three ! 

Charles Wesley, 1767. a. 

163 S 7, 8 7, 4 7. 

GLORY be to God the Father! 
Glory be to God the Son! 
Glory be to God the Spirit! 
Great Jehovah, Three in One ! 

Glory, glory, 
While eternal ages run! 

2 Glory be to Him Who loved us, 

Washed us from each spot and stain! 
Glory be to Him Wh<5 bought us, 
Made us kings with Him to reign! 

Glory, glory, 
To the Lamb that once was slain ! 

3 Glory to the King of angels! 

Glory to the Church's King! 
Glory to the King of nations ! 

Heaven and earth, your praises bring: — 

Glory, glory, 
To the King of Glory bring! 



TRINITY SUNDAY— THE HOLY TRINITY 135 

4 Glory, blessing, praise eternal! 
Thus the choir of angels sings, 
Honor, riches, power, dominion! 
Thus its praise creation brings; 

Glory, glory, 
Glory to the King of kings ! 

Horatius Bonar, 1866. 
164 6 6 4, 6 6 6 4. 

COME, Thou Almighty King, 
Help us Thy Name to sing, 
Help us to praise! 
Father all glorious, 
O'er all victorious, 
Come and reign over us, 
Ancient of days. 

2 Jesus, our Lord, descend; 
From all our foes defend, 

Nor let us fall; 
Let Thine almighty aid 
Our sure defence be made, 
Our souls on Thee be stayed; 

Lord, hear our call! 

3 Come, Thou incarnate Word, 
Gird on Thy mighty sword; 

Our prayer attend; 
Come, and Thy people bless, 
And give Thy Word success; 
Spirit of holiness, 

On us descend. 

4 Come, Holy Comforter, 
Thy sacred witness bear 

In this glad hour: 
Thou Who almighty art, 
Now rule in every heart, 
And ne'er from us depart, 

Spirit of power! 



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5 To Thee, great One in Three, 
Eternal praises be, 

Hence, evermore ! 
Thy sovereign Majesty 
May we in glory see, 
And to eternity 

Love and adore. 

Authorship uncertain. 
Whitfield's Collection, 1757, a. 

165 L. M. 

FATHER of heaven, Whose love profound 
A ransom for our souls hath found, 
Before Thy throne we sinners bend: 
To us Thy pardoning love extend. 

2 Almighty Son, Incarnate Word, 

Our Prophet, Priest, Redeemer, Lord! 
Before Thy throne we sinners bend: 
To us Thy saving grace extend. 

3 Eternal Spirit ! By Whose breath 
The soul is raised from sin and death, 
Before Thy throne we sinners bend: 
To us Thy quickening power extend. 

4 Jehovah! Father, Spirit, Son, 
Mysterious Godhead, Three in One! 
Before Thy throne we sinners bend: 
Grace, pardon, life, to us extend.' 

Edward Cooper, 1805. 

THE WORD 

166 7 7, 7 7 

SPREAD, O spread, thou mighty Word, 
Spread the kingdom of the Lord 
Wheresoe'er His breath has given 
Life to beings meant for heaven. 



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2 Tell them how the Father's will 
Made the world, and keeps it still; 
How His only Son He gave, 
Man from sin and death to save. 

3 Tell of our Redeemer's love, 
Who forever doth remove, 
By His holy sacrifice, 

All the guilt that on us lies. 

4 Tell them of the Spirit given 
Xow to guide us up to heaven, 
Strong and holy, just and true, 
Working both to will and do. 

5 Word of life, most pure and strong, 
Lo, for Thee the nations long; 
Spread, till from its dreary night 
All the world awakes to light. 

6 Lord of harvest, let there be 

Joy and strength to work for Thee; 

Let the nations far and near, 

See Thy light, and learn Thy fear. 

Jonathan Friederich Bahnmaier, 1827. 
Tr. Catherine Wink-worth, 1858. 

167 L.M. 

ORD, keep us steadfast in Thy Word; 
Curb those who fain by craft or sword 
Would wrest the kingdom from Thy Son, 
And set at naught all He hath done. 

c 2 Lord Jesus Christ, Thy power make known, 
For Thou art Lord of lords alone; 
Defend Thy Christendom, that we 
May evermore sing praise to Thee. 



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3 Comforter, of priceless worth, 
Send peace and unity on earth; 
Support us in our final strife, 
And lead us out of death to life. 

Martin Luther, 15^1. 
Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1863. 


168 6 6, 6 6. 


T ORD, Thy Word abideth, 
1 J And our footsteps guide th; 
Who its truth believeth 
Light and joy receiveth. 


2 When our foes are near us, 
Then Thy Word doth cheer us, 
Word of consolation, 
Message of salvation. 


3 When the storms are o'er us, 
And dark clouds before us, 
Then its light directeth, 
And our way protecteth. 


4 Who can tell the pleasure, 
Who recount the treasure, 
By Thy Word imparted 
To the simple-hearted? 


5 Word of mercy, giving 
Succor to the living; 
Word of life, supplying 
Comfort to the dying! 


6 that we, discerning 
Its most holy learning, 
Lord, may love and fear Thee, 
Evermore be near Thee ! 

Henry Williams Baker, 1861. 



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169 7 6, 7 6. D 

WORD of God Incarnate, 
O Wisdom from on high, 
O Truth unchanged, unchanging, 

O Light of our dark sky! 
We praise Thee for the radiance 
That from the hallowed page, 
A lantern to our footsteps, 
Shines on from age to age. 



2 The Church from Thee, her Master, 

Received the gift divine, 
And still that light she lifteth 

O'er all the earth to shine. 
It is the golden casket 

Where gems of truth are stored; 
It is the heaven-drawn picture 

Of Thee, th' Incarnate Word. 

3 It floateth like a banner 

Before God's host unfurled; 
It shineth like a beacon 

Above the darkling world; 
It is the chart and compass 

That o'er life's surging sea, 
'Mid mists and rocks and quicksands, 

Still guides, O Christ, to Thee. 

4 O make Thy Church, dear Saviour, 

A lamp of burnished gold, 
To bear before the nations 

Thy true light, as of old; 
O teach Thy wandering pilgrims 

By this their path to trace, 
Till, clouds and darkness ended, 

They see Thee face to face. 

William Walsham How, 1867. 



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170 C. M. 

A GLORY gilds the sacred page, 
Majestic like the sun; 
It gives a light to every age; 
It gives, but borrows none. 

2 The Hand that gave it still supplies 

His gracious light and heat. 
His truths upon the nations rise; 
They rise, but never set. 

3 Let everlasting thanks be Thine 

For such a bright display 
As makes a world of darkness shine 
With beams of heavenly day. 

4 My soul rejoices to pursue 

The steps of Him I love, 
Till glory breaks upon my view 
In brighter worlds above. 

William Cowper, 1779. 

171 C. M. D. 

THY Word, O Lord, like gentle dews, 
Falls soft on hearts that pine; 
Lord, to Thy garden ne'er refuse 
This heavenly balm of Thine. 
Watered by Thee, let every tree 
Forth blossom to Thy praise, 
By grace of Thine bear fruit divine, 
Through all the coming days. 

2 Thy Word is like a flaming sword, 
A wedge that cleaveth stone; 
Keen as a fire, so burns Thy Word, 
And pierce th flesh and bone. 



THE WORD 141 



Let it go forth o'er all the earth 

To cleanse our hearts within, 
To show Thy power in Satan's hour, 

And break the might of sin. 

3 Thy Word, a wondrous guiding star, 

On pilgrim hearts doth rise, 
Leads those to God who dwell afar, 

And makes the simple wise. 
Let not its light e'er sink in night; 

In every spirit shine, 
That none may miss heaven's final bliss, 

Led by Thy light divine. 

Carl Bernhard Garve, 1825. 
Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1855. a. 

172 c. m. 

FATHER of mercies, in Thy Word 
What endless glory shines ! 
For ever be Thy Name adored 
For these celestial lines. 

2 Here the Redeemer's welcome voice 

Spreads heavenly peace around, 
And life and everlasting joys 
Attend the blissful sound. 

3 O may these heavenly pages be 

My ever dear delight, 
And still new beauties may I see 
And still increasing light. 

4 Divine Instructor, gracious Lord, 

Be Thou for ever near; 
Teach me to love Thy sacred Word 
And view my Saviour there. 

Anne Steele, 1760. 



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HOLY BAPTISM 

173 10 6,10 6,8 8 4. 

IT^ATHER of heaven, Who hast created all, 
And rulest all, we pray 
Look on this babe, who at Thy gracious call 
Now enters on life's way; 

O make it Thine; Thy blessing give, 
That to Thy glory it may live, 
Father of heaven. 

2 O Son of God, atoning Lord, behold, 

We bring this child to Thee ! 
Take it, O loving Shepherd, to Thy fold, 
For ever Thine to be ; 

Defend it through this earthly strife, 
And lead it on the path of life, 
O Son of God. 

3 O Holy Ghost, Who broodest o'er the wave, 

Descend upon this child, 
Give it undying life, its spirit lave 
With waters undefiled; 

And make it evermore to be 
An heir of bliss, a shrine for Thee, 
O Holy Ghost. 

4 O Triune God, what Thou hast willed is done; 

We speak, but Thine the might; 
This babe hath hardly seen our earthly sun; 
Yet on it pour Thy light 

Of faith and hope and joyful love, 
Thou Sun of all below, above, 
O Triune God. 

Albert Knapp, 18£t. 

Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1858. 

Alt. by Benjamin Hall Kennedy, 1863. 



HOLY BAPTISM 143 



174 8 7, 8 7. 

SAVIOUR, Who Thy flock art feeding 
With the Shepherd's kindest care, 
All the feeble gently leading, 

While the lambs Thy bosom share; 

2 Now, these little ones receiving, 

Fold them in Thy gracious arm; 
There, we know, Thy Word believing, 
Only there secure from harm. 

3 Never, from Thy pasture roving, 

Let them be the lion's prey; 
Let Thy tenderness, so loving, 

Keep them through life's dangerous way. 

4 Then within Thy fold eternal 

Let them find a resting-place, 
Feed in pastures ever vernal, 
Drink the rivers of Thy grace. 

William Augustus Muhlenberg, 1826. 

175 8 8, 8 8, 8 8. 

LORD JESUS CHRIST, our Lord most dear, 
J As Thou wast once an Infant here, 
So give this child of Thine, we pray, 
Thy grace and blessing day by day. 
O Holy Jesus, Lord divine, 
We pray Thee guard this child of Thine. 

2 As in Thy heavenly Kingdom, Lord, 
All things obey Thy sacred Word, 
Do Thou Thy mighty succour give, 
And shield this child by morn and eve. 
O Holy Jesus, Lord divine. 
We pray Thee guard this child of Thine. 



144 CONFIRMATION 



Their watch let angels round it keep 

Where'er it be, awake, asleep: 

Thy holy Cross now let it bear, 

That it Thy crown with saints may wear. 

O Holy Jesus, Lord divine, 

We pray Thee guard this child of Thine. 

Heinrich von Laufenburg, 1]$9. 

Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1869. 

Revised by II. White, 1870. 



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CONFIRMATION 

176 8 7, 3 7. D. 

LESSED Saviour, Who hast taught me 
I should live to Thee alone, 
All these years Thy hand hath brought me, 

Since I first was made Thine own. 
At the font my vows were spoken 

By my parents in the Lord :. 
That my vows shall be unbroken, 
At the altar I record. 

2 I would trust in Thy protecting, 
Wholly rest upon Thine arm; 

Follow wholly Thy directing, 

O my only Guard from harm! 
Meet me now with Thy salvation 

In Thy Church's ordered way; 
Let me feel Thy confirmation 

In Thy truth and fear to-day; 

3 So that might and firmness gaining, 
Hope in danger, joy in grief, 

Now and evermore remaining 

In the one and true belief, 
Resting in my Saviour's merit, 

Strengthened with the Spirit's strength, 
With Thy saints I may inherit 

All my Father's joy at length. 

John Mason Ncale, 1842- a- 



CONFIRMATION 145 



177 8 7,87,47. 

FATHER, Son, and Holy Spirit, 
I'm baptized in Thy dear Name; 
In the seed Thou dost inherit, 

With the people Thou dost claim, 

I am reckoned; 
And for me the Saviour came. 



2 Thou receivest me, Father, 

As a child and heir of Thine; 
Jesus, Thou Who diedst, yea, rather 
Ever livest, Thou art mine. 

Thou, O Spirit, 
Art my Guide, my Light divine. 

3 I have pledged, and would not falter, 

Truth, obedience, love to Thee; 
I have vows upon Thine altar 
Ever Thine alone to be, 

And for ever 
Sin and all its lusts to flee. 



Gracious God, all Thou hast spoken 
In this covenant shall take place; 

But if I, alas! have broken 

These my vows, hide not Thy face; 

And from falling 
O restore me by Thy grace! 

Lord, to Thee I now surrender 

All I have, and all I am; 
Make my heart more true and tender, 

Glorify in me Thy Name. 
Let obedience 

To Thy will be all my aim. 



146 CONFIRMATION 



6 Help me in this high endeavor, 
Father, Son, and Holy Ghost! 
Bind my heart to Thee for ever, 
Till I join the heavenly host. 

Living, dying, 
Let me make in Thee my boast. 

Johann Jacob Rambach, 11 '3 If. 
Tr. Charles William Schaejfer, I860. 



178 c. m. 

Y God, accept my heart this day, 
And make it always Thine, 
That I from Thee no more may stray, 
No more from Thee decline. 



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2 Before the Cross of Him Who died, 

Behold, I prostrate fall; 
Let every sin be crucified, 
Let Christ be all in all! 

3 Anoint me with Thy heavenly grace, 

Adopt me for Thine own, 
That I may see Thy glorious face, 
And worship at Thy throne. 

4 Let every thought, and work, and word 

To Thee be ever given; 
Then life shall be Thy service, Lord, 
And death the gate of heaven. 

Matthew Bridges, 18^8. 



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179 7 7, 7 7. 

IHINE for ever! God of Love, 
Hear us from Thy throne above; 
Thine for ever may we be 
Here and in eternity. 

2 Thine for ever! Lord of Life, 

Shield us through our earthly strife; 
Thou, the Life, the Truth, the Way, 
Guide us to the realms of day. 



CONFIRMATION 147 



3 Thine for ever! O how blest 
They who find in Thee their rest ! 
Saviour, Guardian, heavenly Friend, 
O defend us to the end. 

4 Thine for ever ! Shepherd, keep 
These Thy frail and trembling sheep; 
Safe alone beneath Thy care, 

Let us all Thy goodness share. 

5 Thine for ever ! Thou our Guide, 
All our wants by Thee supplied, 
All our sins by Thee forgiven, 
Lead us, Lord, from earth to heaven. 

Mary Fawler Maude, 18Jf7. 

180 c. m. 

*M not ashamed to own my Lord, 



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Or to defend His cause, 
Maintain the honor of His Word, 
The glory of His Cross. 

2 Jesus, my God! I know His Name; 

His Name is all my trust; 
Nor will He put my soul to shame, 
Nor let my hope be lost. 

3 Firm as His throne His promise stands, 

And He can well secure 
What I've committed to His hands 
Till the decisive hour. 

4 Then will He own my worthless name 

Before His Father's face, 
And in the New Jerusalem 
Appoint my soul a place. 

Isaac Walts, 1707. 



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THE HOLY COMMUNION 

181 L. M. 

E still, my soul, for God is near! 
The great High Priest is with thee now! 
The Lord of Life Himself is here, 
Before Whose face the angels bow. 



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2 To make thy heart His lowly throne 

Thy Saviour God in love draws nigh; 
He gives Himself unto His own, 

For whom He once came down to die. 

3 He pleads before the mercy-seat, 

He pleads with God, He pleads for thee; 
He gives thee Bread from heaven to eat, — 
His Flesh and Blood in mystery. 

4 I come, O Lord ! — for Thou dost call — 

To blend my pleading prayer with Thine; 
To Thee I give myself, — my all — 

And feed on Thee, and make Thee mine. 

William Dalrymple Maclagan, 1873. 



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182 L.M.D. 

ECK thyself with joy and gladness, 
Dwell no more, my soul, in sadness; 
Let the daylight shine upon thee, 
Put thy wedding garment on thee, 
For the Lord of life unending 
Unto thee His call is sending: 
Come ! for now the King most holy 
Stoops to thee in likeness lowly. 

2 Hasten, then, my soul, to meet Him, 
Eagerly and gladly greet Him. 



THE HOLY COMMUNION 149 

As without He standeth knocking, 
Quickly thy soul's gate unlocking, 
Open wide the fast closed portal, 
Saying to the Lord immortal, 
"Come, and leave Thy servant never, 
Dwell within my heart forever." 

3 Now in faith I humbly ponder 
Over the amazing wonder 

That the Bread of Life remaineth, 
Though it countless souls sustaineth; 
That with the blest wine of heaven, 
Christ's own Blood to us is given. 
O most glorious consolation, 
Pledge and seal of my salvation! 

4 Jesus, source of life and pleasure, 
Truest Friend and dearest Treasure, ; 
Thou from Whom all life outgoeth, 
Thou from Whom my being floweth, 
Humbly now I bow before Thee, 
And in penitence adore Thee; 
Worthily let me receive Thee, 
Perfect peace and pardon give me.. 

Johann Franck, st. 1, 161+9, st. 2-1+, 1653. 
Tr. John Caspar Mattes, 1913. 

183 io 10, 10 io. 

HERE, O my Lord, I see Thee face to face; 
Here do I touch and handle things unseen; 
Here grasp with firmer hand th' eternal grace, . 
iVnd all my weariness upon Thee lean. 

2 Here would I feed upon the bread of God; 

Here drink with Thee the royal wine of Heaven; 
Here would I lay aside each earthly load, 
% Here taste, afresh the calm of sin forgiven. 



150 THE HOLY COMMUNION 

3 This is the hour of banquet and of song, 

This is the heavenly table spread for me; 
Here let me feast, and, feasting, still prolong 
The brief bright hour of fellowship with Thee. 

4 I have no help but Thine; nor do I need 

Another arm save Thine to lean upon; 
It is enough, my Lord, enough indeed: 

My strength is in Thy might, Thy might alone. 

5 Mine is the sin, but Thine the righteousness; 

Mine is the guilt, but Thine the cleansing Blood; 
Here is my robe, my refuge, and my peace: 
Thy Blood, Thy Righteousness, O Lord, my God. 

Horatius Bonar, 1855. 

184 io 10, 10 io. 

NOT worthy, Lord, to gather up the crumbs 
With trembling hand, that from Thy table fall, 
A weary, heavy-laden sinner comes 

To plead Thy promise and obey Thy call. 

2 I am not worthy to be thought Thy child, 

Nor sit the last and lowest at Thy board; 
Too long a wanderer, and too oft beguiled, 
I only ask one reconciling word. 

3 I hear Thy voice: Thou bid'st me come and rest; 

I come, I kneel, I clasp Thy pierced feet; 
Thou bid'st me take my place, a welcome guest, 
Among Thy saints, and of Thy banquet eat. 

4 My praise can only breathe itself in prayer, 

My prayer can only lose itself in Thee; 
Dwell Thou forever in* my heart, and there, 

Lord, let me sup with Thee; sup Thou with me. 

Edward Henry Bickersteth, 1872. 



THE HOLY COMMUNION 151 

185 L. M. 

WITH all the powers my poor heart hath 
Of humble love and loyal faith, 
I come, dear Lord, to worship Thee, 
Whom so much love bowed low for me. 

2 dear memorial of that Death 

Which still survives, and gives us breath! 
Live ever, Bread of Life, and be 
My food, my joy, my all to me! 

3 Come, glorious Lord! my hopes increase, 
And mix my portion with Thy peace! 
Come, and for ever dwell in me, 

That I may only live to Thee. 

4 Come, hidden Life, and that long da}^ 
For which I languish, come away! 
When this faint soul Thy face shall see, 
And drink the unsealed Source of Thee : 

5 When glory's sun faith's shade shall chase, 
And for Thy veil give me Thy face, 
Then shall my praise eternal be 

To the Eternal Trinity ! 

Thomas Aquinas, d. 1*27 k- 
Tr. Richard Crashaw, 161,8. 



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186 7 6, 7 6. D. 

BREAD to pilgrims given, 
Richer than angels eat, 
O Manna sent from heaven, 

For heaven-born natures meet! 
Give us, for Thee long pining, 

To eat till richly filled; 
Till, earth's delights resigning, 
Our .every wish is stilled! 



152 THE HOLY COMMUNION 

2 O Fountain, life bestowing, 

From out the Saviour's heart, 
A Fountain purely flowing, 

A Fount of Love Thou art! 
O let us, freely tasting, 

Our burning thirst assuage! 
Thy sweetness, never wasting, 

Avails from age to age. 

3 Jesus' this feast receiving, 

We Thee unseen adore; 
Thy faithful Word believing, 

We take, and doubt no more. 
Give us, Thou true and loving, 

On earth to live in Thee; 
Then, death the veil removing, 

Thy glorious face to see! 

Author unknown, 1661. 
Tr. Ray Palmer, 1858. a. 

187 io, 10. 

DRAW nigh and take the Body of your Lord, 
And drink the holy Blood for you outpoured. 

2 Offered was He for greatest and for least, 
Himself the Victim and Himself the Priest. 

3 He that His saints in this world rules and shields, 
To all believers life eternal yields; 

4 With heavenly bread makes them that hunger whole, 
Gives living waters to the thirsty soul. 

5 Approach ye then with faithful hearts sincere, 
And take the pledges of salvation here. 

6 The Judge Eternal, unto Whom shall bow 
All nations at the last, is with us now. 

Latin Hymn, cir. 680. 
Tr. John Mason Neale, 1851. a. 



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THE HOLY COMMUNION 153 

188 7 8, 7 8, 7 7. 

ET Thy Blood in mercy poured, 
Let Thy gracious Body broken, 
Be to me, O gracious Lord, 

Of Thy boundless love the token; 
Thou didst give Thyself for me, 
Now I give myself to Thee. 

2 Thou didst die that I might live; 
Blessed Lord, Thou cam'st to save me; 

All that love of God could give 

Jesus by His sorrows gave me; 
Thou didst give Thyself for me, 
Now I give myself to Thee. 

3 By the thorns that crowned Thy brow, 
By the spear wound and the nailing, 

By the pain and death, I now 

Claim, O Christ, Thy love unfailing; 
Thou didst give Thyself for me, 
Now I give myself to Thee. 

4 Wilt Thou own the gift I bring? 
All my penitence I give Thee; 

Thou art my exalted King, 

Of Thy matchless love forgive me; 
Thou didst give Thyself for me, 
Now I give myself to Thee. 

John Brownlie, 1907. Based on the Greek. 



189 c. m. 

GOD, unseen, yet ever near, 
Thy presence may we feel; 
And thus, inspired with holy fear, 
Before Thine altar kneel. 



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2 Here may Thy faithful people know 
The blessings of Thy love; 
The streams that through the desert flow, 
The manna from above. 



154 THE HOLY COMMUNION 

3 We come, obedient to Thy Word, 

To feast on heavenly food; 
Our meat the Body of the Lord, 
Our drink His precious Blood. 

4 Thus may we all Thy words obey, 

For we, God, are Thine; 
And go rejoicing on our way, 
Renewed with strength divine. 

Edward Osier, 1836. 



190 L.M. 

ORD JESUS CHRIST, we humbly pray 
That we may feed on Thee to-day; 
Beneath these forms of Bread and Wine, 
Enrich us with Thy grace divine. 



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2 The chastened peace of sin forgiven, 
The filial joy of heirs of Heaven, 
Grant, as we share this wondrous food, 
Thy Body broken and Thy Blood. 

3 Our trembling hearts cleave to Thy Word. 
All Thou hast said Thou dost afford; 

All that Thou art we here receive, 
And all we are to Thee we give. 

4 One Bread, one Cup, one Body, we, 
United by our life in Thee, 

Thy love proclaim till Thou shalt come, 
To bring Thy scattered loved ones home. 

5 Lord Jesus Christ, we humbly pray 
To keep us steadfast to that day, 
That each may be Thy welcomed guest, 
When Thou shalt spread Thy heavenly Feast. 

Henry Eyster Jacobs, 1910. 



THE HOLY COMMUNION 155 

191 C M. 

A CCORDIXG to Thy gracious Word, 
jLsl In meek humility, 
This will I do, my dying Lord, 
I will remember Thee. 

2 Thy Body, broken for my sake, 

My bread from heaven shall be; 
Thy testamental cup I take, 
And thus remember Thee. 

3 Gethsemane can I forget, 

Or there Thv conflict see, 
Thine agony and bloody sweat, 
And not remember Thee? 

4 When to the Cross I turn mine eyes, 

And rest on Calvary, 
O Lamb of God, my Sacrifice! 
I must remember Thee. 

5 Remember Thee, and all Thy pains, 

And all Thv love to me; 
Yes, while a breath, a pulse remains, 
Will I remember Thee. 

6 And when these failing lips grow dumb, 

And mind and memory flee, 
When Thou shalt in Thy kingdom come, 
Jesus, remember me. 

James Montgomery, 1825. 



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192 7 7, 7 f, 7 7. 

READ of heaven, on Thee we feed, 
For Thy Flesh is meat indeed; 
Ever may our souls be fed 
With this true and living Bread; 
Day by day with strength supplied 
Through the life of Him Who died. 



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156 THE HOLY COMMUNION 

2 Vine of heaven, Thy Blood supplies 
This blest cup of sacrifice; 
Lord, Thy wounds our healing give, 
To Thy Cross we look and live; 
Jesus, may we ever be 
Grafted, rooted, built in Thee. 

Josiah Conder, 182 k> 
193 After Communion 7 6, 7 6. D. 

LIVING Bread from heaven, 
How hast Thou fed Thy guest! 

The gifts Thou now hast given 
Have filled my heart with rest. 

O wondrous Food of blessing! 

Cup that heals our woes ! 
My heart, this gift possessing, 

In thankful song o'erflows. 

2 My Lord, Thou here hast led me 
Within Thy holiest place, 

And there Thyself hast fed me 

With treasures of Thy grace; 
And Thou hast freely given 

What earth could never buy, 
The Bread of Life from heaven, 

That now I shall not die ! 

3 Thou givest all I wanted, 
The Food can death destroy; 

And Thou hast freely granted 

The Cup of endless joy. 
Ah, Lord, I do not merit 

The favor Thou hast shown, 
And all my soul and spirit 

Bow down before Thy throne! 

4 Lord, grant me that, thus strengthened 
With heavenly Food, while here 

My course on earth is lengthened, 

1 serve with holy fear: 



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And when Thou call'st my spirit 
To leave this world below, 

I enter, through Thy merit, 
Where joys unmingled flow. 



Johann Rist, 1651. 
Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1858. 



194 9 8, 9 8. 

BREAD of the world in mercy broken, 
Wine of the soul in mercy shed, 
By Whom the words of life were spoken, 
And in W T hose death our sins are dead; 

2 Look on the heart by sorrow broken, . 
Look on the tears by sinners shed; 
And be Thy feast to us the token 
That by Thy grace our souls are fed. 

Reginald Heber (1783-1826). 



195 THE CHURCH ■ s 7, 8 7, 5 5 5 6, 7. 

A MIGHTY Fortress is our God, 
A trusty Shield and Weapon; 
He helps us free from every need 
That hath us now o'ertaken. 
The old bitter foe 
Means us deadly woe; 
Deep guile and great might 
Are his dread arms in fight: 
On earth is not his equal. 

2 With might of ours can naught be done, 
Soon were our loss effected; 
But for us fights the Valiant One 
Whom God Himself elected. 



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Ask ye, Who is this? 
Jesus Christ it is, 
Of Sabaoth Lord, 
And there's none other God; 
He holds the field for ever. 

3 Though devils all the world should fill, 

All watching to devour us, 

We tremble not, we fear no ill, 

They cannot overpower us. 

This world's prince may still 

Scowl fierce as he will; 

He can harm us none: 

He's judged, the deed is done, 
One little word o'erthrows him. 

4 The Word they still shall let remain, 

Nor any thanks have for it; 
He's by our side upon the plain 
With His good gifts and Spirit. 

Take they then our life, 

Goods, fame, child, and wife, 

When their worst is done, 

They yet have nothing won : 
The Kingdom ours remaineth. 

Martin Luther, 1529. 
Tt. Composite, 1866. 

196 8 8 7,887. 

E not dismayed, thou little flock, 
Although the foe's fierce battle shock, 
Loud on all sides, assail thee. 
Though o'er thy fall they laugh secure, 
Their triumph cannot long endure; 
Let not thy courage fail thee. 



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2 Thy cause is God's — go at His call, 
And to His hand commit thine all; 



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Fear thou no ill impending: 
His Gideon shall arise for thee, 
God's Word and people manfully, 

In God's own time, defending. 

Our hope is sure in Jesus' might; 
Against themselves the godless fight, 

Themselves, not us, distressing; 
Shame and contempt their lot shall be; 
God is with us, with Him are we: 

To us belongs His blessing. 

Amen, Lord Jesus, hear our cry; 

Stir up Thy power, come from on high, 

Defend Thy congregation; 
So shall Thy Church, through endless days, 
Give thanks to Thee and chant Thy praise 

In joy and adoration. 

Johann Michael Altenburg, 1632. st. Jf, Anon., 1638. 
Tr. Elizabeth Rundle Charles, 1858. st. 4, Luther D. Reed, 1915. 



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197 8 7, 8 7. D. 

LORIOUS things of thee are spoken, 
Zion, City of our God; 
He, Whose word cannot be broken, 
Formed thee for His own abode. 
On the Rock of Ages founded, 

What can shake thy sure repose? 
With salvation's walls surrounded, 
Thou may'st smile at all thy foes. 

2 See the streams of living waters, 

Springing from eternal love, 
Well supply thy sons and daughters, 

And all fear of want remove. 
Who can faint while such a river 

Ever flows their thirst to assuage, 
Grace, which, like the Lord, the Giver, 

Never fails from age to age? 



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3 Round each habitation hovering, 

See the cloud and fire appear 
For a glory and a covering, ■ 

Showing that the Lord is near; 
Thus deriving from their banner 

Light by night and shade by day, 
Safe they feed upon the manna 

Which He gives them when they pray. 

4 Saviour, if of Zion's city 

I, through grace, a member am, 
Let the world deride or pity, 

I will glory in Thy Name. 
Fading is the worldling's pleasure, 

All his boasted pomp and show; 
Solid joys and lasting treasure 

None but Zion's children know. 

John Newton, 1779. 

198 7 6, 7 6. D. 

THE Church's one foundation 
Is Jesus Christ, her Lord; 
She is His new creation 

By water and the Word; 
From heaven He came and sought her 

To be His holy Bride, 
With His own Blood He bought her, 
And for her life He died. 

2 Elect from every nation, 

Yet one o'er all the earth, 
Her charter of salvation 

One Lord, one Faith, one Birth; 
One holy Name she blesses, 

Partakes one holy Food, 
And to one hope she presses, 

With every grace endued. 



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3 Though, with a scornful wonder, 

Men see her sore oppressed, 
By schisms rent asunder, 

By heresies distressed; 
Yet saints their watch are keeping, 

Their cry goes up, "How long?" 
And soon the night of weeping 

Shall be the morn of song. 

4 'Mid toil and tribulation, 

And tumult of her war, 
She waits the consummation 

Of peace for evermore; 
Till, with the vision glorious, 

Her longing eyes are blest, 
And the great Church victorious 

Shall be the Church at rest. 

Samuel John Stone, 1866. 

199 s. m. 

LOVE Thy Zion, Lord, 
The house of Thine abode, 
The Church our blest Redeemer saved 
With His own precious Blood. 



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2 I love Thy Church, O God! 

Her walls before Thee stand, 
Dear as the apple of Thine eye, 
And graven on Thy hand. 

3 For her my tears shall fall, 

For her my prayers ascend; 
To her my cares and toils be given, 
Till toils and cares shall end. 

4 Beyond my highest joy 

I prize her heavenly ways, 
Her sweet communion, solemn vows, 
Her hymns of love and praise. 



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5 Jesus, Thou Friend divine, 

Our Saviour and our King, 
Thy hand from every snare and foe 
Shall great deliverance bring. 

6 Sure as Thy truth shall last, 

To Zion shall be given 
The brightest glories earth can yield, 
And brighter bliss of heaven. 

Timothy D wight, 1800. a. 



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200 8 7, 8 7, 4 7 

ION stands with hills surrounded; 
Zion, kept by power divine; 
All her foes shall be confounded, 
Though the world in arms combine. 

Happy Zion, 
What a favored lot is thine ! 

2 Every human tie may perish, 
Friend to friend unfaithful prove, 

Mothers cease their own to cherish, 
Heaven and earth at last remove : 

But no changes 
Can attend Jehovah's love. 

3 In the furnace God may prove thee, 
Thence to bring thee forth more bright, 

But can never cease to love thee; 
Thou art precious in His sight: 

God is with thee, 
God, thine Everlasting Light. 

Thomas Kelly, 1806. 



201 8 7, 8 7. D. 

IHROUGH the night of doubt and sorrow 
Onward goes the pilgrim band, 
Singing songs of expectation, 
Marching to the promised land. 



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Clear before us through the darkness 
Gleams and burns the guiding light; 

Brother clasps the hand of brother, 
Stepping fearless through the night. 

One the light of God's own presence, 

O'er His ransomed people shed, 
Chasing far the gloom and terror, 

Brightening all the path we tread; 
One the object of our journey, 

One the faith which never tires, 
One the earnest looking forward, 

One the hope our God inspires; 

One the strain that lips of thousands 

Lift as from the heart of one; 
One the conflict, one the peril, 

One the march in God begun; 
One the gladness of rejoicing 

On the far eternal shore, 
Where the one Almighty Father 

Reigns in love for evermore. 

Onward, therefore, pilgrim brothers, 

Onward, with the Cross our aid! 
Bear its shame, and fight its battle, 

Till we rest beneath its shade ! 
Soon shall come the great awakening, 

Soon the rending of the tomb; 
Then the scattering of all shadows, 

And the end of toil and gloom. 

Bernhardt Severin lngemann, 1825. Tr. Sabine Baring-Gould, 1867. a. 

8 7, 8 7, 7 7. 
ISE, ye children of salvation, 
All who cleave to Christ the Head! 
Wake, arise, O mighty nation, 

Ere the foe on Zion tread: 
He draws nigh, and would defy 
All the hosts of God Most High. 



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164 THE CHURCH 



2 Saints and heroes, long before us, 

Firmly on this ground have stood; 
See their banner waving o'er us, 

Conquerors through the Saviour's Blood! 
Ground we hold, whereon of old 
Fought the faithful and the bold. 

3 Fighting, we shall be victorious 

By the Blood of Christ our Lord; 
On our foreheads, bright and glorious, 

Shines the witness of His Word; 
Spear and shield on battlefield, 
His great Name; we cannot yield. 

4 When His servants stand before Him, 

Each receiving his reward, — 
When His saints in light adore Him, 

Giving glory to the Lord, — 
"Victory!" our song shall be, 
Like the thunder of the sea. 

Justus Falckner, 1697. 
Tr. Emma Frances Bevan, 1858. 

203 c.m. 

O WHERE are kings and empires now, 
Of old that went and came? 
But, Lord, Thy Church is praying yet, 
A thousand years the same. 

2 We mark her goodly battlements 

And her foundations strong: 
We hear, within, the solemn voice 
Of her unending song. 

3 For not like kingdoms of the world 

Thy Holy Church, God! 
Though earthquake shocks are threatening 
And tempests are abroad; 



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Unshaken as th' eternal hills, 

Immovable she stands, 
A mountain that shall fill the earth, 

A house not made with hands. 

Arthur Cleveland Coxe, 1839. 



204 s. m. 

IAR down the ages now, 
Her journey not yet done, 
The pilgrim Church pursues her way, 
And longs to reach her crown. 



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2 No wider is the gate, 

Xo broader is the way, 
No smoother is the ancient path 
That leads to light and day. 

3 No feebler is the foe, 

No slacker grows the fight, 
Nor less the need of armor tried, 
Of shield and helmet bright. 

4 Thus onward still we press, 

Through evil and through good, 
Through pain, or poverty, or want, 
Through peril or through blood. 

5 Still faithful to our God, 

And to our Captain true, 
We follow where He leads the way, 
The Kingdom still in view. 

Horatius Bonar, 1856. 

205 c. M. 

COME, let us join our friends above, 
That have obtained the prize, 
And on the eagle wings of love 
To joy celestial rise. 



166 THE CHURCH 



2 Let all the saints terrestrial sing, 

With those to glory gone; 
For all the servants of our King. 
In earth and heaven, are one. 

3 One family, we dwell in Him, 

One Church above, beneath; 
Though now divided by the stream, 
The narrow stream of death. 

4 One army of the living God, 

To His command we bow; 
Part of His host has crossed the flood, 
And part is crossing now. 

5 E'en now by faith we join our hands 

With those that went before, 
And greet the blood-besprinkled bands 
On the eternal shore. 

6 Lord Jesus, be our constant Guide, 

And when the word is given, 
Bid the cold waves of death divide, 
And land us all in heaven. 

Charles Wesley, 1759. a. 



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206 6 6, 6 6, 8 8. 

^NE sole baptismal sign, 
One Lord, below, above, 
Zion, one faith is thine, 
One only watchword, love. 
From different temples though it rise, 
One song ascendeth to the skies. 

2 Our Sacrifice is one; 

One Priest before the throne, 
The slain, the risen Son, 

Redeemer, Lord alone. 
Thou, Who didst raise Him from the dead, 
Unite Thy people in their Head ! 



THE CHURCH 167 



3 O may that holy prayer, 

His tenderest and His last, , . 
His constant, latest care, 

Ere to His throne He passed, 
Xo longer unfulfilled remain, 
The world's offence, His people's stain! 

4 Head of Thy Church beneath, 

The catholic, the true, 
On all her members breathe, 
Her broken frame renew! 
Then shall Thy perfect will be done 
When Christians love and live as one. 

George Robinson, 18^2. a. 



207 7 7 7,6. 

ESUS, with Thy Church abide, 
Be her Saviour, Lord, and Guide, 
While on earth her faith is tried. 
We beseech Thee, hear us. 



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2 May she one in doctrine be, 
One in truth and charity, 
Winning all to faith in Thee. 

W T e beseech Thee, hear us. 

3 May she guide the poor and blind, 
Seek the lost until she find, 

And the broken-hearted bind. 
We beseech Thee, hear us. 

4 Save her love from growing cold, 
Make her watchmen strong and bold, 
Fence her round — Thy peaceful fold. 

We beseech Thee, hear us. 

5 May her pastors duly feed, 
Shepherds of the flock indeed, 
Ready at Thy call to lead. 

We beseech Thee, hear us. 



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6 May they live the truths they know, 
And a holy pattern show, 

As before Thy flock they go. 
We beseech Thee, hear us. 

7 May the grace of Him Who died, 
And the Father's love abide, 
And the Spirit ever guide. 

We beseech Thee, hear us. 

Thomas Benson Pollock, 1875. a. 

208 ii ii ii, 5. 

LORD of our life, and God of our salvation, 
J Star of our night, and Hope of every nation, 
Hear and receive Thy Church's supplication, 
Lord God Almighty. 

2 See round Thine ark the hungry billows curling, 
See how Thy foes their banners are unfurling; 
Lord, while their darts envenomed they are hurling, 

Thou canst preserve us. 

3 Lord, Thou canst help when earthly armor faileth, 
Lord, Thou canst save when deadly sin assaileth, 
Lord, o'er Thy Rock nor death nor hell prevaileth; 

Grant us Thy peace, Lord. 

4 Peace in our hearts, our evil thoughts assuaging, 
Peace in Thy Church, where brothers are engaging, 
Peace when the world its busy war is waging; 

Calm Thy foes' raging. 

5 Grant us Thy help till backward they are driven; 
Grant them Thy truth, that they may be forgiven; 
Grant peace on earth, and, after we have striven, 

Peace in Thy heaven. 

Philip Pusey, 181,0. 
Based on Matthdus Apelles v. Lowenstern, 16kh> 



THE MINISTRY 169 



209 7 7, 7 7. 

ESUS, truest Friend, unite 
All Thy consecrated band, 
That their hearts be set aright 
To fulfil Thy last command. 



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2 Thou, Who dost command that all 

Practise love who bear Thy Name, 
Wake the dead, new followers call, 
Touch the slothful with Thy flame. 

3 Let us live, O Lord, at one, 

As Thou with the Father art, 
That through all the world be none 
Of Thy members left apart. 

4 Let us find what Thou hast sought; 

In the Son be all men freed, 
And the world at last be taught 
That Thy rule is blest indeed. 

5 Father of all souls, we praise 

Thee, Who shinest in the Son; 
Lord, to Thee our hymns we raise, 
Who hast all men to Thee drawn! 

Xicolans Ludwig von Zinzendorf, 1735. 
Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1885. a. 



210 THE MINISTRY ssc.D. 

LORD of the Church, we humbly pray 
J For those who guide us in Thy way, 
And speak Thy holy Word; 
With love divine their hearts inspire, 
Arid touch their lips with hallowed fire, 
And needful grace afford. 



170 THE CHURCH 



2 Help them to preach the truth of God, 
Redemption through the Saviour's Blood; 

Nor let the Spirit cease 
On all the Church His gifts to shower: 
To them, a messenger of power, 

To us, of life and peace. 

3 So may they live to Thee alone, 

Then hear the welcome word, "Well done!" 
And take their crown above; 

Enter into their Master's joy, 

And all eternity employ 

In praise, and bliss, and love. 

Edward Osier, 1836. 
Based on Charles Wesley, 17^9. 



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211 7 6, 7 6. D. 

ORD of the living harvest 
That whitens o'er the plain, 
Where angels soon shall gather 

Their sheaves of golden grain, 
Accept these hands to labor, 

These hearts to trust and love, 
And deign with them to hasten 

Thy kingdom from above. 

2 As laborers in Thy vineyard, 
Lord, send them out to be 

Content to bear the burden 

Of weary days for Thee; 
To ask no other wages 

When Thou shalt call them home, 
But to have shared the travail 

Which makes Thy kingdom come. 

3 Be with them, God the Father! 
Be with them, God the Son! 

And God the Holy Spirit! 
Most blessed Three in One! 



THE MINISTRY 171 



Make them a royal priesthood 

Thee rightly to adore, 
And fill them with Thv fulness 

Both now and evermore. 

John Samuel Be why Monsell, 1866. 



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212 L. M. 

ORD, speak to me, that I may speak 
In living echoes of Thy tone; 
As Thou hast sought, so let me seek 
Thy erring children lost and lone. 

2 lead me, Lord, that I may lead 
The wandering and the wavering feet; 

feed me, Lord, that I may feed 
Thy hungering ones with manna sweet. 

3 strengthen me, that, while I stand 
Firm on the Rock, and strong in Thee, 

1 may stretch out a loving hand 
To wrestlers with the troubled sea. 

4 O teach me, Lord, that I may teach 
The precious things Thou dost impart; 

And wing my words, that they may reach 
The hidden depths of many a heart. 

5 give Thine own sweet rest to me, 
That I may speak with soothing power 

A word in season, as from Thee, 
To weary ones in needful hour. 

6 O fill me with Thy fulness, Lord, 
Until my very heart o'erflow 

In kindling thought and glowing word, 
Thy love to tell, Thy praise to show. 

7 O use me, Lord, use even me, 
Just as Thou wilt, and when, and where; 

Until Thy blessed face I see, 

Thy rest, Thy joy, Thy glory share. 

Frances Ridley II aver gal, 1872. 



172 THE CHURCH 



213 8 8, 8 8, 8 8. 

A WAKE, Thou Spirit, Who didst fire 
jLJL The watchmen of the Church's youth 
Who faced the foe's envenomed ire, 

Who witnessed day and night Thy truth, 
Whose voices loud are ringing still, 
And bringing hosts to know Thy will. 

2 Lord, let our earnest prayer be heard, 

The prayer Thy Son hath bid us pray; 
For lo, Thy children's hearts are stirred 

In every land in this our day, 
To cry with fervent soul to Thee, 
O help us, Lord, so let it be! 

3 O haste to help, ere we are lost! 

Send preachers forth, in spirit strong, 
Armed with Thy Word, a dauntless host, 

Bold to attack the rule of wrong; 
Let them the earth for Thee reclaim, 
Thy heritage, to know Thy Name. 

4 O let Thy Word have speedy course, 

Through every land be glorified, 
Till all the heathen know its force 

And fill Thy churches far and wide; 
Wake Israel from her sleep, O Lord, 
And spread the conquests of Thy Word ! 

5 The Church's desert paths restore; 

Let stumbling-blocks that in them lie 
Hinder Thy Word henceforth no more; 

Error destroy, and heresy; 
And let Thy Church, from hirelings free, 
Bloom as a garden fair to Thee ! 

Karl Heinrich von Bogatzky, 1750. 
Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1855. 



THE MINISTRY 173 



21*4: For Colleges and Seminaries C. M. 

THOU Whose feet have climbed life's hill, 
And trod the path of youth, 
Our Saviour and our Brother still, 
Now lead us into truth. 



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2 The call is Thine; be Thou the Way, 

And give us men, to guide; 
Let wisdom broaden with the day, 
Let human faith abide. 

3 Who learn of Thee the truth shall find, 

Who follow, gain the goal; 
With reverence crown the earnest mind, 
And speak within the soul. 

4 Awake the purpose high which strives, 

And, falling, stands again; 
Conform the will of eager lives 
To quit themselves like men. 

5 Thy life the bond of fellowship, 

Thv love the law that rules, 
Thy Name, proclaimed by every lip, 
The Master of our schools. 

Louis FitzGerald Benson, 189$. 



215 s m 

ORD of the harvest, hear 
Thy needy servants' cry; 
Answer our faith's effectual prayer, 
And all our wants supply. 



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2 On Thee we humbly wait; 

Our wants are in Thy view; 
The harvest truly, Lord, is great, 
-The laborers are few. 



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3 Anoint and send forth more 
Into Thy Church abroad, 
And let them speak Thy Word of power, 
As workers with their God. 



4 O let them spread Thy Name, 
Their mission fully prove; 
Thy universal grace proclaim, 
Thy all-redeeming love. 



Charles Wesley, 1742. 



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216 MISSIONS c. M. D. 

IFT up your heads, ye gates of brass, 
Ye bars of iron, yield, 
And let the King of Glory pass; 

The Cross is in the field; 
That banner, brighter than the star 

That leads the train of night, 
Shines on their march, and guides from far 

His servants to the fight. 

2 A holy war those servants wage; 
In that mysterious strife, 

The powers of heaven and hell engage 

For more than death or life. 
Ye armies of the living God, 

Ye warriors of Christ's host, 
Where hallowed footstep never trod 

Take your appointed post. 

3 Though few and small and weak your hands, 
Strong in your Captain's strength, 

Go to the conquest of all lands; 

All must be His at length. 
Uplifted are the gates of brass, 

The bars of iron yield: 
Behold the King of Glory pass; 

The Cross hath won the field. 

James Montgomery, 1843. 



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217 6 6 4, 6 6 6 4. 

IHOU, Whose almighty Word 
Chaos and darkness heard, 
And took their flight, 
Hear us, we humbly pray, 
And where the gospel day 
Sheds not its glorious ray, 
Let there be light! 



2 Thou, Who didst come to bring 
On Thy redeeming wing 

Healing and sight, 
Health to the sick in mind, 
Sight to the inly blind, 
O, now to all mankind 

Let there be light! 

3 Spirit of truth and love, 
Life-giving, holv Dove, 

Speed forth Thy flight! 
Move on the waters' face, 
Bearing the lamp of grace, 
And in earth's darkest place 

Let there be light! 

4 Holy and blessed Three, 
Glorious Trinity, 

Wisdom, Love, Might, 
Boundless as ocean's tide 
Rolling in fullest pride, 
Through the earth, far and wide, 

Let there be light! 

John Marriott, 1813. 
Revised by Thomas Raffles. 

218 6 G 4, 6 G 6 4. 

CHRIST for the world we sing; 
The world to Christ we bring 



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With loving zeal; 
The poor and them that mourn, 
The faint and overborne, 
Sin-sick and sorrow- worn, 

Whom Christ doth heal. 

2 Christ for the world we sing; 
The world to Christ we bring 

With fervent prayer; 
The wayward and the lost, 
By restless passions tossed, 
Redeemed at countless cost 

From dark despair. 

3 Christ for the world we sing; 
The world to Christ we bring 

With one accord; 
With us the work to share, 
With us reproach to dare, 
With us the cross to bear, 

For Christ our Lord. 

4 Christ for the world we sing; 
The world to Christ we bring 

With joyful song; 
The new-born souls whose days, 
Reclaimed from error's ways, 
Inspired with hope and praise, 

To Christ belong. 

Samuel Wolcott, 1869. 



219 FOREIGN MISSIONS l. m. 

ESUS shall reign where'er the sun 
Does his successive journeys run; 
His kingdom stretch from shore to shore 
Till moons shall wax and wane no more. 



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FOREIGN MISSIONS 177 

2 People and realms of every tongue 
Dwell on His love with sweetest song; 
And infant voices shall proclaim 
Their early blessings on His Name. 

3 Blessings abound where'er He reigns; 
The prisoner leaps to lose his chains; 
The weary find eternal rest, 

And all the sons of want are blest. 

4 Let every creature rise and bring 
Peculiar honors to our King; 
Angels descend with songs again, 
And earth repeat the loud Amen. 

Isaac Watts, 1719. a. 

220 7 6, 7 6. D. 

FROM Greenland's icy mountains, 
From India's coral strand, 
Where Afric's sunny fountains 
Roll down their golden sand, 
From many an ancient river, 
From many a palmy plain, 
They call us to deliver 

Their land from error's chain, 

2 What though the spicy breezes 

Blow soft o'er Ceylon's isle, 
Though every prospect pleases, 

And only man is vile; 
In vain with lavish kindness 

The gifts of God are strown; 
The heathen in his blindness 

Bows down to wood and stone. 

3 Can we whose souls are lighted 

With wisdom from on high, 
Can we to men benighted 
The lamp of life deny? 



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Salvation! salvation! , 

The joyful sound proclaim, 
Till each remotest nation 

Has learned Messiah's Name. 

Waft, waft, ye winds, His story, 

And you, ye waters, roll, 
Till, like a sea of glory, 

It spreads from pole to pole; 
Till o'er our ransomed nature 

The Lamb for sinners slain, 
Redeemer, King, Creator, 

In bliss returns to reign. 

Reginald Heber, 1819. 



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221 6 6 4, 6 6 6 4. 

ORD of all power and might, 
Father of love and light, 

Speed on Thy Word; 
O let the gospel sound 
All the wide world around, 
Wherever man is found; 

God speed Thy Word! 

2 Lo, what embattled foes, 
Stern in their hate, oppose 

God's holy Word! 
One for His truth we stand, 
Strong in His own right hand, 
Firm as a martyr-band; — 

God shield His Word! 

3 Onward shall be our course, 
Despite of fraud or force; 

God is before; 
His Word ere long shall run 
Free as the noonday sun; 
His purpose must be done; — 

God bless His Word! 

Hugh Stowell, 1853. 



FOREIGN MISSIONS 179 

222 L. M. 

O SPIRIT of the living God, 
In all Thy plenitude of grace, 
Where'er the foot of man hath trod, 
Descend on our apostate race. 

2 Give tongues of fire and hearts of love 

To preach the reconciling Word; 
Give power and unction from above, 
Where'er the joyful sound is heard. 

3 Be darkness at Thy coming light, 

Confusion, order, in Thy path; 
Souls without strength inspire with might; 
Bid mercy triumph over wrath. 

4 Baptize the nations; far and nigh 

The triumphs of the Cross record; 
The Name of Jesus glorify, 

Till every kindred call Him Lord. 

5 God from eternity hath willed 

All flesh shall His salvation see; 
So be the Father's love fulfilled, 

The Saviour's sufferings crowned through Thee. 

James Montgomery, 1823. 



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223 8 7, 8 7. D. 

AVIOUR, sprinkle many nations; 
Fruitful let Thy sorrows be; 
By Thy pains and consolations 

Draw the Gentiles unto Thee. 
Of Thy Cross the wondrous story 

Be it to the nations told; 
Let them see Thee in Thy glory 
And Thy mercy manifold! 



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2 Far and wide, though all unknowing, 

Pants for Thee each mortal breast; 
Human tears for Thee are flowing; 

Human hearts in Thee would rest; 
Thirsting as for dews of even, 

As the new-mown grass for rain, 
Thee they seek, as God of heaven, 

Thee, as Man for sinners slain. 

3 Saviour, lo ! the isles are waiting, 

Stretched the hand, and strained the sight, 
For Thy Spirit new-creating, 

Love's pure flame, and wisdom's light. 
Give the word, and of the preacher 

Speed the foot, and touch the tongue, 
Till on earth, by every creature, 

Glory to the Lamb be sung! 

Arthur Cleveland Coxe, 1851. 

224 ii io, ii io. 

OZION, haste, thy mission high fulfilling 
To tell to all the world that God is Light; 
That He Who made all nations is not willing 
One soul should perish, lost in shades of night : 
Publish glad tidings, tidings of peace; 
Tidings of Jesus, redemption and release, 

2 Behold, how many thousands still are lying 

Bound in the darksome prison-house of sin, 
With none to tell them of the Saviour's dying, 
Or of the life He died for them to win. 

3 Proclaim to every people, tongue, and nation 

That God, in Whom they live and move, is Love : 
Tell how He stooped to save His lost creation, 
And died on earth that man might live above. 

4 Give of thy sons to bear the message glorious; 

Give of thy wealth to speed them on their way; 
Pour out thy soul for them in prayer victorious; 
And haste the coming of the glorious day. 



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He conies again: O Zion, ere thou meet Him, 
Make known to every heart His saving grace; 

Let none whom He hath ransomed fail to greet Him, 
Through thy neglect, unfit to see His face. 

Mary Ann Thomson, 1870. 



225 s. m. 

LORD our God, arise, 
The cause of truth maintain; 
And wide o'er all the peopled world 
Extend her blessed reign. 



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2 Thou Prince of Life, arise, 

Nor let Thy conquests cease; 
Far spread the glory of Thy Name, 
And bless the earth with peace. 

3 Thou, Holy Ghost, arise; 

Exert Thy quickening power, 

And o'er a dark and ruined world 

Thy light and peace outpour. 

4 All on the earth, arise, 

To God the Saviour sing; 
From shore to shore, from earth to heaven, 
Let His high praises ring. 

Tabernacle Collection, 1850. a. 



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226 8 7, 8 7. D. 

ORD, her watch Thy Church is keeping; 
When shall earth Thy rule obey? 
When shall end the night of weeping? 

When shall break the promised day? 
See the whitening harvest languish, 

Waiting still the laborers' toil; 
Was it vain, Thy Son's deep anguish? 

Shall the strong retain the spoil? 



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2 Tidings sent to every creature 

Millions yet have never heard; 
Can they hear without a preacher? 

Lord, Almighty, give the word; 
Give the word; in every nation 

Let the gospel-trumpet sound, 
Witnessing a world's salvation 

To the earth's remotest bound. 

3 Then the end : Thy Church completed, 

All Thy chosen gathered in, 
With their King in glory seated, 

Satan bound, and banished sin; 
Gone for ever parting, weeping, 

Hunger, sorrow, death, and pain. 
Lo! her watch Thy Church is keeping; 

Come, Lord Jesus, come to reign. 

Henry Downton, 1867. 



227 7 7,7 7. 

"ASTEN, Lord, the glorious time, 
When beneath Messiah's sway, 
Every nation, every clime 
Shall the gospel call obey. 



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2 Mightiest kings His power shall own, 

Heathen tribes His Name adore; 
Satan and his host, o'erthrown, 

Bound in chains, shall hurt no more. 

3 Then shall war and tumults cease, 

Then be banished grief and pain; 
Righteousness and joy and peace 
Undisturbed shall ever reign. 

4 Bless we, then, our gracious Lord; 

Ever praise His glorious Name; 
All His mighty acts record; 

All His wondrous love proclaim. 

Harriet Auber, 1829, 



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FOREIGN MISSIONS 183 

228 8 7, 8 7. D. 

INTER reigns o'er many a region, 
Many a seed-field fallow lies; 
When, O Lord, shall come the springtime 

With its quickening energies? 
When shall this long night be ended? 

When the morning dawn appear? 
When shall drought give place to freshness? 
When these deserts bloom with cheer? 

2 Lord, Thy Church is ever praying; 
Now her anxious yearnings hear; 

Speed the triumphs of Thy Kingdom, 
Spread its victories far and near. 

Own the work, Thy grace attend it, 
Which we undertake for Thee; 

Let a holy love inflame us; 
Kindle zeal and fervency. 

3 That Thy fields be rightly cultured, 
Send the laborers that we need, — 

Men to light the heavy darkness, 
Sow the wastes with precious seed. 

Then send down the gentle showers, 
Make Thy gracious sunlight shine, 

That each field may joy with blessing, 
Bringing forth the fruits divine. 

4 By the breezes of Thy Spirit, 
Fan all deadness into life; 

Bless the seeds to Thee upspringing, 
Keep each plant from blast and strife. 

And, ye toilers in this seeding, 

Know the promise God hath given : 

Glorious crowns await the faithful, 
And eternal gains in heaven. 

Leonhard Meisser, 18^7. 
Tr. Joseph Augustus Seiss, 1890. 



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229 ' For the Jews 7 6, 7 6 

THAT the Lord's salvation 
Were out of Zion come, 
To heal His ancient nation, 
To lead His outcasts home! 

2 How long the holy city 
Shall heathen feet profane? 

Return, O Lord, in pity; 
Rebuild her walls again. 

3 Let fall Thy rod of terror, 
Thy saving grace impart; 

Roll back the veil of error, 
Release the fettered heart. 



4 Let Israel, home returning, 
Her lost Messiah see; 
Give oil of joy for mourning, 
And bind Thy Church to Thee. 

Henry Francis Lyte, 183 4. 

23Q 7 6, 7 6. D. 

THE morning light is breaking, 
The darkness disappears; 
The sons of earth are waking 

To penitential tears; 
Each breeze that sweeps the ocean 

Brings tidings from afar 
Of nations in commotion, 
Prepared for Zion's war. 

2 See heathen nations bending 

Before the God we love, 
And thousand hearts ascending 

In gratitude above; 
While sinners, now confessing, 

The gospel call obey, 
And seek the Saviour's blessing, 

A nation in a day. 



FOREIGN MISSIONS 185 

3 Blest river of salvation, 

Pursue thine onward way! 
Flow thou to every nation, 

Xor in thy richness stay! 
Stay not till all the lowly, 

Triumphant, reach their home; 
Stay not till all the holy 

Proclaim: "The Lord is come!" 

Samuel Francis Smith, 1832. 

231 F° r the Departure of Foreign 

Missionaries 8 7, 8 7, 4 7. 

SPEED Thy servants, Saviour, speed them; 
Thou art Lord of winds and waves; 
They were bound, but Thou hast freed them; 
Now they go to free the slaves; 

Be Thou with them! 
'Tis Thine arm alone that saves. 

2 Friends, and home, and all forsaking, 

Lord, they go at Thy command, 
As. their stay Thy promise taking, 
While they traverse sea and land : 

O be with them! 
Lead them safely by the hand. 

3 When no fruit appears to cheer them 

And they seem to toil in vain, 
Then in mercy, Lord, draw near them, 
Then their sinking hopes sustain; 

Thus supported, 
Let their zeal revive again. 

4 In the midst of opposition 

Let them trust, O Lord, in Thee; 
When success attends their mission, 
Let Thy servants humble be; 

Never leave them, 
Till Thy face in Heaven they see! 

Thomas Kelly, 1820. 



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HOME AND INNER MISSIONS 

L. M, 

OOK from Thy sphere of endless day, 
O God of mercy and of might ! 
In pity look on those who stray, 
Benighted in this land of light. 



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2 In peopled vale, in lonely glen, 

In crowded mart, by stream or sea, 
How many of the sans of men 

Hear not the message sent from Thee ! 

3 Send forth Thy heralds, Lord, to call 

The thoughtless young, the hardened old, 
A scattered, homeless flock, till all 
Be gathered to Thy peaceful fold. 

4 Send them Thy mighty Word, to speak 

Till faith shall dawn, and doubt depart, 
To awe the bold, to stay the weak, , 
And bind and heal the broken heart. 

5 Then all these wastes, — a dreary scene, 

That fills with sadness as we gaze, — 
Shall grow with living waters green, 
And lift to heaven the voice of praise. 

William Cullen Bryant, 18^0. a. 



233 For an Evening Service L. M. 

T even ere the sun was set, 
The sick, O Lord, around Thee lay; 
O, in what divers pains they met! 
O, with what joy they went away! 



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2 Once more 'tis eventide, and we 

Oppressed with various ills, draw near; 
What if Thy form we cannot see? 

We know and feel that Thou art here. 



HOME AND INNER MISSIONS 187 

3 O Saviour Christ, our woes dispel; 

For some are sick, and some are sad ? 
And some have never loved Thee well; 
And some have lost the love they had; 

4 And some are pressed with worldly care; 

And some are tried with sinful doubt; 
And some such grievous passions tear, 
That only Thou canst cast them out; 

5 And none, O Lord, have perfect rest, 

For none are wholly free from sin; 
And they who fain would serve Thee best 
Are conscious most of wrong within. 

6 O Saviour Christ, Thou too art Man; . 

Thou hast been troubled, tempted, tried; 
Thy kind but searching glance can scan 
The very wounds that shame would hide; 

7 Thy touch has still its ancient power; 

No word from Thee can fruitless fall; 
Hear, in this solemn evening hour, 
And in Thy mercy heal us all. 

Henry T wells, 1868. 



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234 8 7, 8 7, 7 7. 

IHOU to Whom the sick and dying 
Ever came, nor came in vain, 
Still with healing words replying 
To the wearied cry of pain, 
Hear us, Jesus, as we meet, 
Suppliants at Thy mercy-seat. 

2 Still the weary, sick, and dying 
Need a brother's, sister's care, 
On Thy higher help relying, 

May we now their burden share, 
Bringing all our offerings meet, 
Suppliants at Thy mercy-seat. 



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S May each child of Thine be willing, 
Willing both in hand and heart, 
All the law of love fulfilling, 
Ever comfort to impart, 

Ever bringing offerings meet, 
Suppliant to Thy mercy-seat. 

4 So may sickness, sin, and sadness 
To Thy healing power yield, 
Till the sick and sad, in gladness, 

Rescued, ransomed, cleansed, healed, 
One in Thee together meet, 
Pardoned, at Thy judgment-seat. 

Godfrey Thring, 1870. 

235 l. m. 

WHERE cross the crowded ways of life, 
Where sound the cries of race and clan, 
Above the noise of selfish strife, 
We hear Thy voice, Son of Man. 

2 In haunts of wretchedness and need, 

On shadowed thresholds dark with fears, 
From paths where hide the lures of greed, 
We catch the vision of Thy tears. 

3 From tender childhood's helplessness, 

From woman's grief, man's burdened toil, 
From famished souls, from sorrow's stress, 
Thy heart has never known recoil. 

4 The cup of water given for Thee 

Still holds the freshness of Thy grace; 
Yet long these multitudes to see 
The sweet compassion of Thy face. 



HOME AND INNER MISSIONS 189 

5 O Master, from the mountain side, 

Make haste to hear these hearts of pain; 
Among these restless throngs abide, 
O tread the city's streets again; 

6 Till sons of men shall learn Thy love, 

And follow where Thy feet have trod; 
Till glorious from Thy heaven above, 
Shall come the City of our God. 

Frank Mason North, 1905. 



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236 c.M.D. 

IHINE arm, O Lord, in days of old 
Was strong to heal and save; 
It triumphed o'er disease and death, 

O'er darkness and the grave; 
To Thee they went, the blind, the dumb, 

The palsied and the lame, 
The leper with his tainted life, 
The sick with fevered frame. 

2 And lo, Thy touch brought life and health, 
Gave speech, and strength, and sight: 

And youth renewed and frenzy calmed 

Owned Thee, the Lord of light. 
And now, O Lord, be near to bless, 

Almighty as of yore, 
In crowded street, by restless couch, 

As by Gennesaret's shore. 

3 Be Thou our great Deliverer still, 
Thou Lord of life and death ; 

Restore and quicken, soothe and bless, 

With Thine almighty breath. 
To hands that work and eyes that see 

Give wisdom's heavenly lore, 
That whole and sick, and weak and strong, 

May praise Thee evermore. 

Edward Hayes Plvmptre, 186^.. 



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237 8 8 8, 6. 

GOD of mercy, God of might, 
In love and pity infinite, 
Teach us, as ever in Thy sight, 
To live our life to Thee. 



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2 Teach us the lesson Thou hast taught, 
To feel for those Thy Blood hath bought, 
That every word, and deed, and thought, 

May work a work for Thee. 

3 For all are brethren, far and wide, 
Since Thou, O Lord, for all hast died; 
Then teach us, whatsoe'er betide, 

To love them all in Thee. 

4 In sickness, sorrow, want, or care, 
Whate'er it be, 'tis ours to share; 
May we where help is needed, there 

Give help as unto Thee. 

5 And may Thy Holy Spirit move 
All those who live, to live in love, 
Till Thou shalt greet in heaven above 

All those who live to Thee. 

Godfrey Thring, 1877. 



238 For Deaconesses 7 7, 7 7. 

ESUS, Master, Son of God, 
Rich in gifts for human good, 
Given Thyself for us, for all, 
Thou dost many servants call. 



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2 By Thy mercy and Thy love, 
Through Thy Spirit from above, 
Plenteous grace to each is given — 
Grace to serve the Lord of heaven. 



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3 Thanks for those devoted bands, 
Who, with earnest hearts and hands, 
Wait and work the sick to cheer, 
Spreading mercies far and near. 

4 While the sacred cross they bear, 
Grant them Thy rewards to share; 
Be their Help where'er they go, 
Bearing balm for human w^oe. 

5 Guide and bless them on their way; 
Let Thy Spirit be their stay; . 
May their numbers, Lord, increase, 
Bring them to Thy heavenly peace. 

Joseph Augustus Seiss, 1899. 



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239 6 6, 6 6, 4 4, 4 4. 

ORD of the worlds above, 
How pleasant and how fair 
The dwellings of Thy love, . 
Thine earthly temples are ! 
To Thine abode 
My heart aspires 
With warm desires 
To see my God. 

2 O happy souls that pray 

Where God appoints to hear! 
O happy men that pay 

Their constant service there! 
They praise Thee still; 
And happy they 
That love the way 
To Zion's hill. 



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3 They go from strength to strength 
Through this dark vale of tears, 
Till each arrives at length, 
Till each in heaven appears. 
glorious seat, 
Of God our King! 
Lord, thither bring 
Our willing feet ! 

Isaac Watts, 1719. 

240 8 5, 8 5, 8 4 3. 

A NGEL voices ever singing 
l\ Round Thy throne of light, 
Angel-harps, for ever ringing, 

Rest not day nor night; 
Thousands only live to bless Thee, 
And confess Thee, 
Lord of Might! 

2 Thou, Who art beyond the farthest 

Mortal eye can scan, 
Can it be that Thou regardest 

Songs of sinful man? 
Can we know that Thou art near us, 
And wilt hear us? 
Yes, we can! 

3 Yea, we know that Thou rejoicest 

O'er each work of Thine; 
Thou didst ears and hands and voices 

For Thy praise combine; 
Craftsman's art and music's measure 
For Thy pleasure 
Didst design. 

4 Here, great God, to-day we offer 

Of Thine own to Thee, 
And for Thine acceptance proffer, 
All unworthily, 



THE SANCTUARY 193 



Hearts and minds and hands and voices, 
In our choicest 
Melody. 

5 Honor, glory, might and merit 
Thine shall ever be, 
Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, 

Blessed Trinity! 
Of the best that Thou hast given, 
Earth and heaven 
Render Thee. 

Francis Pott, 1861. 

2-11 For the Laying of a Cornerstone 8 7, 8 7, 8 7. 

CHRIST, Thou art the sure Foundation, 
Thou the Head and Corner-stone; 
Chosen of the Lord, and precious, 
Binding all the Church in one; 
Thou Thy Zion's help for ever, 
And her confidence alone. 

2 To this temple, where we call Thee, 

Come, O Lord of Hosts, to-day! 
With Thy wonted loving-kindness 

Hear Thy people as they pray; 
And Thy fullest benediction 

Shed within its walls alway. 

3 Here vouchsafe to all Thy servants 

What they ask of Thee to gain, 
What they gain from Thee for ever 

With the blessed to retain, 
iVnd hereafter in Thy glory 

Evermore with Thee to reign. 

Hymn of the Early Church. 
Tr. John Mason Xeale, 1851. a. 



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242 For the Dedication of a Church 8 7, 8 7, 8 7. 

COME Thou now, and be among us, 
Lord and Maker, while we pray; 
Let Thy presence fill the temple 

Which we dedicate to-day; 
And, Thyself its Consecrator, 
Dwell within its walls alway. 

2 Grant that all Thy faithful people 

May Thy truer temple be; 
Neither flesh, nor soul, nor spirit 

Know another Lord than Thee; 
But, to Thee once dedicated, 

Serve Thee everlastingly. 

3 Bright be here the Monarch's altar 

With the presents that we bring; 
Held in holy veneration, 

Rich with many an offering; 
Ever hallowed, ever quiet, 

Ever dear to God its King. 

4 Here our souls, as Thy true altars, 

Deign to hallow and to bless, 
O Thou future Judge of all men, 

With Thy grace and holiness : 
That Thy gifts sent down from heaven, 

We may evermore possess. 

5 Praise and honor to the Father; 

Praise and honor to the Son; 
Praise and honor to the Spirit; 

Ever Three, and ever One, 
Consubstantial, Co-eternal, 

While unending ages run. 

Latin Hymn of the XI Century. 
Tr. John Mason Neale, 1850, 



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243 s. m. 

GREAT is the Lord our God, 
And let His praise be great; 
He makes His churches His abode, 
His most delightful seat. 

2 These temples of His grace, 

How beautiful they stand! 

The honors of our native place, 

And bulwarks of our land. 

3 In Zion God is known 

A refuge in distress; 
How bright has His salvation shone 
Through all her palaces ! 

4 Oft have our fathers told, 

Our eyes have often seen, 
How well our God secures the fold, 
Where His own sheep have been. 

5 In every new distress 

We'll to His house repair, 
We'll think upon His wondrous grace, 
And seek deliverance there. 

Isaac Watts, 1719. 



244 For the Dedication of a Church L. M. 

ERE, in Thy Name, eternal God, 
We build this earthly house for Thee; 
O choose it for Thy fixed abode, 
And guard it from all error free. 



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2 Here, when Thy people seek Thy face, 
And dying sinners pray to live, 
Hear Thou in heaven, Thy dwelling-place, 
And when Thou nearest, O forgive. 



196 THE CHURCH 



3 Here, when Thy messengers proclaim 

The blessed Gospel of Thy Son, 
Still, by the power of His great Name, 
Be mighty signs and wonders done. 

4 Thy glory never hence depart; 

Yet choose not, Lord, this house alone : 
Thy kingdom come to every heart; 
In every bosom fix Thy throne. 

James Montgomery, 1822. a. 

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245 8 7, 8 7, 7 7. 

WHO are these like stars appearing, 
These, before God's throne who stand? 
Each a golden crown is wearing; 

Who are all this glorious band? 
Alleluia! hark they sing, 
Praising loud their heavenly King. 

2 These are they who have contended 

For their Saviour's honor long, 
Wrestling on till life was ended, 

Following not the sinful throng; 
These, who well the fight sustained, 
Triumph through the Lamb have gained. 

3 These are they whose hearts were riven, 

Sore with woe and anguish tried, 
Who in prayer full oft have striven 

With the God they glorified; 
Now, their painful conflict o'er, 
God has bid them weep no more. 

4 These, as priests, have watched and waited, 

Offering up to Christ their will, 
Soul and body consecrated, 

Day and night to serve Him still; 



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Now, in God's most holy place, 
Blest they stand before His face. 

Heinrich Theobald Schenk, 1719. 
Tr. Frances Elizabeth Cox, 18U- 



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246 7 7, 7 7. D, 
HAT are these in bright array, 

This innumerable throng, 
Round the altar, night and day, 

Hymning one triumphant song? 
"Worthy is the Lamb, once slain, 

Blessing, honor, glory, power, 
Wisdom, riches to obtain, 

New dominion every hour." 

2 These through fiery trials trod; 

These from great affliction came; 
Now, before the throne of God, 

Sealed with His .almighty Name, 
Clad in raiment pure and white, 

Victor-palms in every hand, 
Through their great Redeemer's might, 

More than conquerors they stand. 

3 Hunger, thirst, disease unknown, 

On immortal fruits they feed; 
Them the Lamb amidst the throne 

Shall to living fountains lead; 
Joy and gladness banish sighs; 

Perfect love dispels all fears; 
And for ever from their eyes 

God shall wipe away the tears. 

James Montgomery, 1819. 

247 8 8, 8 8, 8 8. 

THE saints of God! their conflict past, 
And life's long battle won at last, 



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No more they need the shield or sword: 
They cast them down before the Lord. 

O happy saints, for ever blest, 

At Jesus' feet how safe your rest! 

2 The saints of God! their wanderings done, 
No more their weary course they run, 
No more they faint, no more they fall, 
No foes oppress, no fears appal. 

O happy saints, for ever blest, 

In that dear home how sweet your rest! 

3 The saints of God! life's voyage o'er, 
Safe landed on that blissful shore, 
No stormy tempests now they dread, 
No roaring billows lift their head: 

O happy saints, for ever blest, 
In that calm haven of your rest! 

4 The saints of God their vigil keep, 
While yet their mortal bodies sleep, 
Till from the dust they too shall rise 
And soar triumphant to the skies: 

O happy saints, rejoice and sing; 

He quickly comes, your Lord and King. 

5 O God of saints! to Thee we cry; 
O Saviour! plead for us on high; 

O Holy Ghost! our Guide and Friend, 
Grant us Thy grace till life shall end; 
That with all saints our rest may be 
In that bright Paradise with Thee. 

William Dalrymple Maclagan, 1869. 



248 8 7, 8 7. D. 

ARK! the sound of holy voices 
Chanting at the crystal sea: 
Alleluia! Alleluia! 

Alleluia! Lord, to Thee. 



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THE CHURCH TRIUMPHANT 199 

Multitudes, which none can number, 

Like the stars in glory stand. 
Clothed in white apparel, holding 

Palms of victory in their hand. 

2 They have come from tribulation, 

And have washed their robes in blood, 
Washed them in the Blood of Jesus; 

Tried they were, and firm they stood; 
Mocked, imprisoned, stoned, tormented, 

Sawn asunder, slain with sword, 
They have conquered death and Satan 

By the might of Christ the Lord. 

3 Marching with Thy Cross, their banner, 

They have triumphed following 
Thee, the Captain of Salvation, 

Thee, their Saviour, and their King; 
Gladly, Lord, with Thee they suffered; 

Gladly, Lord, with Thee they died; 
And by death to life immortal 

They were born and glorified. 

4 Now they reign in heavenly glory, 

Now they walk in golden light, 
Now they drink, as from a river, 

Holy bliss and infinite; 
Love and peace they taste for ever, 

And all truth and knowledge see 
In the beatific vision 

Of the Blessed Trinity. 

Christopher Wordsioorth, 1862. 



249 s. m 

FOR all Thy saints, O Lord, 
Who strove in Thee to live, 
Who followed Thee, obeyed, adored. 
Our grateful hymn receive. 



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2 For all Thy saints, O Lord, 

Accept our thankful cry; 
Who counted Thee their great Reward, 
And strove in Thee to die. 

3 They all, in life or death, 

With Thee, their Lord, in view, 
Learned from Thy Holy Spirit's breath 
To suffer and to do. 



4 For this, Thy Name we bless, 
And humbly pray that we 
May follow them in holiness, 
And live and die in Thee. 



Richard Mant, 1837. 



250 10 10 10, 4. 

FOR all the saints who from their labors rest, 
Who Thee by faith before the world confessed, 
Thy Name, O Jesus, be for ever blest. 
Alleluia! 

2 Thou wast their Rock, their Fortress and their Might; 
Thou, Lord, their Captain in their well-fought fight; 
Thou, in the darkness drear, their one true Light. 

Alleluia ! 

3 O may Thy soldiers, faithful, true and bold, 
Fight as the saints who nobly fought of old, 
And win, with them, the victor's crown of gold. 

Alleluia! 

4 O blest communion, fellowship divine! 
We feebly struggle, they in glory shine; 
Yet all are one in Thee, for all are Thine. 

Alleluia! 

5 The golden evening brightens in the west; 
Soon, soon to faithful warriors cometh rest; 
Sweet is the calm of Paradise the blest. 

Alleluia! 



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6 But lo ! there breaks a yet more glorious day : 
The saints triumphant rise in bright array; 
The King of Glory passes on His way. 

Alleluia! 

7 From earth's wide bounds, from ocean's farthest coast, 
Through gates of pearl streams in the countless host, 
Singing to Father, Son and Holy Ghost : 

Alleluia! 

William Walsham How, 186 If. 

251 7 6, 7 6. D. 

FROM all Thy saints in warfare, 
For all Thy saints at rest, 
To Thee, O blessed Jesus, 
All praises be addressed. 
Thou, Lord, didst win the battle 

That they might conquerors be; 
Their crowns of living glory 
Are lit with rays from Thee. 

2 Apostles, prophets, martyrs, 

And all the sacred throng, 
Who wear the spotless raiment, 

Who raise the ceaseless song — 
For these, passed on before us, 

Saviour, we Thee adore; 
And, walking in their footsteps, 

Would serve Thee more and more. 

3 Then praise we God the Father, 

And praise we God the Son, 
And God the Holy Spirit, 

Eternal Three in One, 
Till all the ransomed number 

Fall down before the throne, 
And honor, power, and glory 

Ascribe to God alone. 

Horatio Nelson, 1864- 



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252 St. Michael and All Angels 10 10, 10 10. 

STARS of the morning, so gloriously bright, 
Filled with celestial resplendence and light, 
These that, where night never f olloweth day, 
Raise the "Thrice Holy, Lord!" ever and aye; 

2 These are Thy counselors, these dost Thou own, 
Lord God of Sabaoth! nearest Thy throne; 
These are Thy ministers, these dost Thou send, 
Help of the helpless ones, man to defend. 

3 Still let them succor us; still let them fight, 
Lord of angelic hosts ! battling for right, 

Till, where their anthems they ceaselessly pour, 
We with the angels may bow and adore. 

Joseph the Ilymnographer, IX Century. 
Tr. John Mason Neale, 1862. a. 

253 St. Michael and All Angels L. M. 

THEY come, God's messengers of love, 
They come from realms of peace above, 
From homes of never-fading light, 
From blissful mansions ever bright. 

2 They come to watch around us here, 
To soothe our sorrow, calm our fear; 
But chiefly, at our journey's end, 
'Tis theirs the spirit to defend. 

3 Blest Jesus, Thou Whose groans and tears 
Have sanctified frail nature's fears, 

To earth in bitter sorrow weighed, 
Thou didst not scorn Thine angel's aid. 

4 An angel guard to us supply 
When on the bed of death we lie; 
And by Thine own almighty power, 
O shield us in that final hour. 

Robert Campbell, 1850. 



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254 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE c. m. 

OGOD of Jacob, by Whose hand 
Thy people still are fed; 
Who through this weary pilgrimage 
Hast all our fathers led! 

2 To Thee our humble vows we raise, 

To Thee address our prayer; 
And in Thy kind and faithful breast 
Deposit all our care. 

3 Through each perplexing path of life 

Our wandering footsteps guide; 
Give us each day our daily bread, 
And raiment fit provide. 

4 O spread Thy covering wings around 

Till all our wanderings cease, 
And at our Father's loved abode 
Our souls arrive in peace. 

5 To Thee, as to our covenant God, 

We'll our whole selves resign; 
And thankful, ow^n that all we are 
And all we have is Thine. 

Philip Doddridge, 1737. a. 
255 S. M. 

THE Lord my Shepherd is, 
I shall be well supplied; 
Since He is mine and I am His, 
What can I want beside? 

2 He leads me to the place 

Where heavenly pasture grows, 
Where living waters gently pass, 
And full salvation flows. 



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3 If e'er I go astray, 

He doth my soul reclaim, 
And- guides me in His own right way, 
For His most holy Name. 

4 While He affords His aid, 

I cannot yield to fear; 
Though I should walk thro' death's dark shade, 
My Shepherd's with me there. 

5 In sight of all my foes 

Thou dost a table spread; 
My cup with blessing overflows, 
And joy exalts my head. 

6 The bounties of Thy love 

Shall crown my following days; 

Nor from Thy house will I remove, 

Nor cease to speak Thy praise. 

Isaac Watts, 1719. 
256 8 7, 8 7. D. 

HERE'S a wideness in God's mercy, 
Like the wideness of the sea; 
There's a kindness in His justice, 

Which is more than liberty. 
There is no place where earth's sorrows 

Are more felt than up in heaven; 
There is no place where earth's failings 
Have such kindly judgment given. 

2 For the love of God is broader 

Than the measures of man's mind, 
And the heart of the Eternal 

Is most wonderfully kind. 
There is plentiful redemption 

In the Blood that has been shed; 
There is joy for all the members 

In the sorrows of the Head. 



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THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 205 

'Tis not all we owe to Jesus; 

It is something more than all; 
Greater good because of evil, 

Larger mercy through the fall. 
If our love were but more simple, 

We should take Him at His word; 
And our lives would be all sunshine 

In the sweetness of our Lord. 

Frederick William Faber (1814-1863). 



257 c. m. 

S pants the hart for cooling streams 
When heated in the chase, 
So longs my soul, O God, for Thee, 
And Thy refreshing grace. 



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2 For Thee, my God, the living God, 

My thirsty soul doth pine; 
O when shall I behold Thy face, 
Thou Majesty Divine! 

3 Why restless, why cast down, my soul? 

Hope still; and thou shalt sing 
The praise of Him Who is thy God, 
Thy health's eternal Spring. 

4 To Father, Son and Holy Ghost, 

The God Whom we adore, 
Be glory, as it was, is now, 
And shall be evermore. 

Nahum Tate and Nicholas Brady, 1696. 



258 c. m. d 

OW blessed, from the bonds of sin 
And earthly fetters free, 
In singleness of heart and aim 
Thy servant, Lord, to be! 



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The hardest toil to undertake 

With joy at Thy command, 
The meanest office to receive 

With meekness at Thy hand! 

2 With willing heart and longing eyes 

To watch before Thy gate, 
Ready to run the weary race, 

To bear the heavy weight; 
No voice of thunder to expect, 

But follow, calm and still, 
For love can easily divine 

The One Beloved's will. 

3 Thus may we serve Thee, Gracious Lord! 

- Thus ever Thine alone, 
Our souls and bodies given to Thee, 

The purchase Thou hast won; 
Through evil or through good report 

Still keeping by Thy side. 
By life or death, in this poor flesh 

Let Christ be magnified! 

4 How happily the working days 

In this dear service fly! 
How rapidly the closing hour, 

The time of rest, draws nigh! 
When all the faithful gather home, 

A joyful company, 
And ever where the Master is, 

Shall His blest servants be. 

Karl Johann Philipp Spitta, 1833. 
Tr. Jane Borthwick, 1853. 



259 8 8 8, 4. 

IHROUGH good report and evil, Lord, 
Still guided by Thy faithful Word — 
Our staff, our buckler, and our sword, 
We follow Thee. 



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THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 207 

2 With enemies on every side, 
We lean on Thee, the Crucified; 
Forsaking all on earth beside, 

We follow Thee. 

3 O Master, point Thou out the way, 
Xor suffer Thou our steps to stray; 
Then in that path that leads to day 

We follow Thee. 

4 Thou hast passed on before our face; 
Thy footsteps on the way we trace; 
O, keep us, aid us by Thy grace: 

We fcUow Thee. 

5 Whom have we in the heaven above, 
Whom on this earth, save Thee, to love? 
Still in Thy light we- onward move; 

We follow Thee. 

Horatius Bonar, 1866. 



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260 5 5, 8 8, 5 5. 

ESUS, still lead on, 
Till our rest be won; 
And although the way be cheerless, 
We will follow, calm and fearless; 
Guide us by Thy hand 
To our fatherland. 

2 If the way be drear, 
If the foe be near 4 

Let not faithless fears o'ertake us, 
Let not faith and hope forsake us; 

For through many a foe 

To our home we go. 

3 When we seek relief 
From a long-felt grief, 



208 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

When temptations come alluring, 
Make us patient and enduring; 

Show us that bright shore 

Where we weep no more. 

4 Jesus, still lead on, 

Till our rest be won; 
Heavenly Leader, still direct us, 
Still support, console, protect us, 

Till we safely stand 

In our fatherland. 

Nicolaus Ludwig v. Zinzendorf, 1721. 
Tr. Jane Borthwick, 1846. a. 

261 8 7, 8 7, 4 7. 

GUIDE me, O Thou great Jehovah, 
Pilgrim through this barren land; 
I am weak, but Thou art mighty, 
Hold me with Thy powerful hand; 

Bread of heaven, 
Feed me till I want no more! 

2 Open now the crystal fountain 

Whence the healing streams do flow; 
Let the fiery, cloudy pillar 

Lead me all my journey through; 

Strong Deliverer, 
Be Thou still my Strength and Shield! 

3 When I tread the verge of Jordan, 

Bid my anxious* fears subside; 
Death of death and hell's Destruction, 
Land me safe on Canaan's side; 

Songs of praises 
I will ever give to Thee. 

From the Welsh of William Williams, 171^5. 

Tr. St. 1, Peter Williams, 1771. 

St'. 2 and 3, William Williams, 1772. 



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262 S. M. 

TEACH me, my God and King, 
In all things Thee to see, 
And what I do in anything, 
To do it as for Thee; 

2 To scorn the senses' sway, 

While still to Thee I tend; 
In all I do be Thou the Way, 
In all be Thou the End! 

3 All may of Thee partake; 

Nothing so small can be, 
But draws, when acted for Thy sake, 
Greatness and worth from Thee. 

4 If done t' obey Thy laws, 

E'en servile labors shine; 
Hallowed is toil, if this the cause, 
The meanest work divine. 

George Herbert, d. 1632. 
Revised by John Wesley, 1738. 

263 7 7, 7 7. 

CHILDREN of the heavenly King, 
As ye journey sweetly sing; 
Sing your Saviour's worthy praise, 
Glorious in His works and ways. 

2 We are traveling home to God 
In the way the fathers trod; 
They are happy now, and we 
Soon their happiness shall see. 

3 Sing, ye little flock and blest; 
You on Jesus' throne shall rest; 
There your seat is now prepared, 
There your kingdom and reward. 



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4 Fear not, brethren, joyful stand 
On the borders of your land; 
Jesus Christ, your Father's Son, 
Bids you undismayed go on. 


5 Lord, obediently we go, 
Gladly leaving all below; 
Only Thou our Leader be, 
And we still will follow Thee. 


John Cennick, 17^2. 


264 c. m. 

(~\ FOR a heart to praise my God, 
V^/ A heart from sin set free; 
A heart that always feels Thy Blood 
So freely shed for me! 


2 A heart resigned, submissive, meek, 
My great Redeemer's throne; 
Where only Christ is heard to speak, 
Where Jesus reigns alone. 


3 A humble, lowly, contrite heart, 
Believing, true, and clean, 
Which neither life nor death can part 
From Him that dwells within. 


4 A heart in every thought renewed, 
And full of love divine; 
Perfect, and right, and pure, and good, 
A copy, Lord, of Thine. 


5 Thy nature, gracious Lord, impart, 
Come quickly from above; 
Write Thy new name upon my heart, 
Thy new, best name of love. 

Charles Wesley, 1742. a. 



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S. M. 
OD of eternal Love, 
Our Father and our Friend, 
We lift our hearts to Thee above: 
Do Thou our prayer attend. 



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2 Baptized into Thy Name, 

We all have Christ put on: 
O may Thy love our hearts inflame, 
The course of truth to run. 

3 May earthly feelings die, 

And fruits of faith increase; 

And Adam's nature prostrate lie 

Before the Prince of Peace. 

4 Endue us, Lord, with strength 

To triumph over sin: 
That we may with Thy saints at length 
Eternal glory win. 

Section's Church Hymn Book, 1855. 



266 c m. 

FOR a faith that will not shrink, 
Though pressed by many a foe; 
That will not tremble on the brink 
Of poverty or woe; 



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2 That will not murmur nor complain 

Beneath the chastening rod, 
But in the hour of grief or pain 
Can lean upon its God. 

3 A faith that shines more bright and clear 

When tempests rage without; 
That when in dnnger knows no fear, 
In darkness feels no doubt; 



212 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

4 A faith that keeps the narrow way. 

Till life's last hour is fled, 
And with a pure and heavenly ray 
Lights up a dying bed. 

5 Lord, give us such a faith as this, 

And then, whate'er may come, 
We'll taste e'en here the hallowed bliss 
Of an eternal home. 

William Hiley Bathurst, 18 SI. a. 



267 l.m. 

THOU, to Whose all-searching sight 
The darkness shineth as the light, 

Search, prove my heart; it pants for Thee; 

O burst these bonds, and set it free. 



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2 Wash out its stains, refine its dross; 
Nail my affections to the Cross; 
Hallow each thought; let all within 
Be clean as Thou, my Lord, art clean. 

3 If in this darksome wild I stray, 

Be Thou my Light, be Thou my Way; 

No foes, no evil need I fear, 

If Thou, my Lord, my God, art near. 

4 Saviour, where'er Thy steps I see, 
Dauntless, untired, I follow Thee; 
O let Thy hand support me still, 
And lead me to Thy holy hill. 

5 If rough and thorny be the way, 
My strength proportion to my day; 
Till toil and grief and pain shall cease, 
Where all is calm, and joy, and peace. 



Nicolaus Ludwig v. Zinzendorf, H721. 
Tr. John Wesley, 1738. 



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268 C. M. 

WE praise and bless Thee, gracious Lord, 
Our Saviour kind and true, 
For all the old things passed away, 
For all Thou hast made new. 

2 But yet how much must be destroyed, 

How much renewed must be, 
Ere we can fully stand complete 
In likeness, Lord, to Thee ! 

3 Thou, only Thou, must carry on 

The work Thou hast begun; 
Of Thine own strength Thou must impart 
In Thine own ways to run. 

4 Ah, leave us not! from day to day - '. 

Revive, restore again; 
Our feeble steps do Thou direct, 
Our enemies restrain. 

5 So shall we faultless stand at last 

Before Thy Father's throne; 
The blessedness for ever ours, 
The glory all Thine own! 

Karl Johann Philipp S pitta, 18 \S. 
Tr. Jane Borthicick, 1853. 



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269 8 8 6.D. 

AY we Thy precepts, Lord, fulfil, 

And do on earth our Father's will, 
As angels do above; 
Still walk in Christ, the living Way, 
With all Thy children, and obey 
The law of Christian love. 



2 So may we join Thy Name to bless, 
Thy grace adore, Thy power confess, 



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From sin and strife to flee; 
One is our calling, one our name, 
The end of all our hopes the same: 

A crown of life with Thee. 

3 Spirit of life, of love and peace. 
Unite our hearts, our joy increase, 

Thy gracious help supply; 
To each of us the blessing give, 
In Christian fellowship to live, 

In joyful hope to die. 

Edward Osier, 1836. a. 

270 7 7, 7 7, 7 7. 

JESUS, Saviour, pilot me, 
Over life's tempestuous sea; 
Unknown waves before me roll, 
Hiding rock and treacherous shoal; 
Chart and compass come from Thee; 
Jesus, Saviour, pilot me. 

2 As a mother stills her child, 
Thou canst hush the ocean wild; 
Boisterous waves obey Thy will 
When Thou say'st to them, "Be still!" 
Wondrous Sovereign of the sea, 
Jesus, Saviour, pilot me. 

3 When at last I near the shore, 
And the fearful breakers roar 
'Twixt me and the peaceful rest, 
Then, while leaning on Thy breast, 
May I hear Thee say to me, 
"Fear not, I will pilot thee!" 

Edward Hopper, 1872. 

271 7 6, 7 6. D. 

ET me be Thine for ever, 
My gracious God and Lord; 
May I forsake Thee never, 
Nor wander from Thy Word. 



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THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 215 

Preserve me from the mazes 

Of error and distrust, 
And I shall sing Thy praises 

For ever with the just. 

2 Lord Jesus ! bounteous Giver 

Of light and life divine, 
Thou didst my soul deliver; 

To Thee I all resign. 
Thou hast in mercy bought me, 

With blood and bitter pain; 
Let me, since Thou hast sought me, 

Eternal life obtain. 

3 Holy Ghost, Who pourest 

Sweet peace into my heart, 
And all my soul restorest, 

Let not Thy grace depart. 
And, while His Name confessing, 

Whom I by faith have known, 
Grant me Thy constant blessing; 

Make me for aye Thine own. 

St. 1, Nikolaus Sehiecker, 1572. 

St. 2 and o, Rudolstadt Gesangbuch, 1688. 

Tr. Matthias Loy, 1863, a. 



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272 s. m. 

Y soul, be on thy guard; 
Ten thousand foes arise, 
And hosts of sin are pressing hard 
To draw thee from the skies. 

O watch, and fight, and pray, 

The battle ne'er give o'er; 
Renew it boldly every day, 

And help divine implore. 

Xe'er think the victory won, 

Xor lay thine armor down; 
Thine arduous work will not be done 

Till thou receive thv crown. 



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4 Fight on, my soul, till death 
Shall bring thee to Thy God; 
He'll- take thee at thy parting breath 
To His divine abode. 

George Heath, 1781. 



PRAYER, PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING 

273 8 7,87,47. 

HERE behold me, as I cast me 
'Neath Thy throne, O glorious King! 
Sorrows thronging, childlike longing, 
Son of Man, to Thee I bring. 

Let me find Thee! 
Me, a poor and worthless thing. 

2 Look upon me, Lord, I pray Thee, 

Let Thy Spirit dwell in mine; 
Thou hast sought me, Thou hast bought me, 
Only Thee to know I pine. 

Let me find Thee! 
Take my heart, and own me Thine! 

3 Naught I ask for, naught I strive for, 

But Thy grace, so rich and free, 
That Thou givest whom Thou lovest, 
And who truly cleave to Thee. 

Let me find Thee! 
He hath all things who hath Thee. 

4 Earthly treasure, mirth and pleasure, 

Glorious name, or golden hoard 
Are but weary, void, and dreary, 
To the heart that longs for God. 

Let me find Thee! 
I am Thine, O mighty Lord! 

Joachim Meander, 1680. 
Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1858. a. 



PRAYER, PRAISE AXD THANKSGIVING 217 



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274 8 7, 8 7, 4 4 7. 

EAD us, heavenly Father, lead us 
O'er the world's tempestuous sea; 
Guard us, guide us, keep us, feed us, 
For we have no help but Thee; 
Yet possessing 
Every blessing, 
If our God our Father be. 

2 Saviour, breathe forgiveness o'er us; 
All our weakness Thou dost know; 

Thou didst tread this earth before us, 
Thou didst feel its keenest woe; 

Lone and dreary, 

Faint and weary, 
Through the desert Thou didst go. 

3 Spirit of our God, descending, 
Fill our hearts with heavenly joy, 

Love all other love transcending, 
Pleasure that can never cloy; 

Thus provided, 

Pardoned, guided, 
Nothing can our peace destroy. 

James Edmeston, 1821. a. 



275 c. m. 

THAT the Lord would guide my ways 
To keep His statutes still! 
O that my God would grant me grace 
To know and do His will! 



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2 Order my footsteps by Thy Word, 
And make my heart sincere; 
Let sin have no dominion, Lord, 
But keep my conscience clear. 



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3 Assist my soul, too apt to stray, 

A stricter watch to keep; 
And should I e'er forget Thy way, 
Restore Thy wandering sheep. 

4 Make me to walk in Thy commands; 

'Tis a delightful road; 
Nor let my head, or heart, or hands 
Offend against my God. 

Isaac Watts, 1719. 

276 8 7, 8 7. D. 

OVE divine, all love excelling, 

Joy of heaven, to earth come down! 
Fix in us Thy humble dwelling, 

All Thy faithful mercies crown. 
Jesus, Thou art all compassion, 

Pure, unbounded love Thou art; 
Visit us with Thy salvation, 
Enter every trembling heart. 

2 Breathe, O breathe Thy loving spirit 
Into every troubled breast; 

Let us all in Thee inherit, 

Let us find Thy promised rest. 
Take away the love of sinning; 

Alpha and Omega be; 
End of faith, as its beginning, 

Set our hearts at liberty. 

3 Come, Almighty to deliver, 
Let us all Thy life receive; 

Graciously return, and never, 

Never more Thy temples leave. 
Thee we would be always blessing, 

Serve Thee as Thy hosts above, 
Pray, and praise Thee without ceasing, 

Glory in Thy precious love. 



PRAYER, PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING 219 

4 Finish then Thy new creation, 

Pure and spotless let us be; 
Let us see Thy great salvation 

Perfectly restored in Thee ! 
Changed from glory into glory, 

Till in heaven we take our place, 
Till we cast our crowns before Thee, 

Lost in wonder, love, and praise. 

Charles Wesley, 1747. a. 

277 7 7, 7 7. 

COME, my soul, thy suit prepare: 
Jesus loves to answer prayer; 
He Himself has bid thee pray, 
Therefore will not say thee nay. 

2 Thou art coming to a King: 
Large petitions with thee bring; 
For His grace and power are such, 
None can ever ask too much. 

3 With my burden I begin: 
Lord! remove this load of sin; 
Let Thy Blood, for sinners spilt, 
Set my conscience free from guilt. 

4 Lord, I come to Thee for rest; 
Take possession of my breast; 

There Thy blood-bought right maintain, 
And without a rival reign. 

5 Show me what I have to do, 
Every hour my strength renew; 
Let me live a life of faith, 

Let me die Thy people's death. 

John Newton, 1779. 



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278 7 7 7, 5. 

OD of pity, God of grace: 
When we humbly seek Thy face, 
Bend from heaven, Thy dwelling-place : 
Hear, forgive, and save. 



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2 When we in Thy temple meet, 
Spread our wants before Thy feet, 
Pleading at Thy mercy-seat: 

Look from heaven and save. 

3 Should we wander from Thy fold, 
And our love to Thee grow cold, 
With a pitying eye behold: 

Lord, forgive and save. 

4 And whate'er our cry may be, 
When we lift our hearts to Thee, 
From our burden set us free : 

Heal, forgive, and save. 

Eliza Fanny Morris, 1857. 



279 c. m. 

ORD, teach us how to pray aright 
With reverence and with fear; 
Though dust and ashes in Thy sight, 
We may, we must draw near. 



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2 Burdened with guilt, convinced of sin, 

In weakness, want, and woe, 
Fightings without and fears within, 
Lord, whither shall we go? 

3 God of all grace, we come to Thee 

With broken, contrite hearts; 
Give, what Thine eye delights to see, 
Truth in the inward parts. 



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4 Give deep humility; the sense 

Of godly sorrow give; 
A strong desire, with confidence, 
To hear Thy voice and live; 

5 Faith in the only Sacrifice 

That can for sin atone; 
To cast our hopes, to fix our eyes, 
On Christ, on Christ alone; 

6 Give' these, and then Thy will be done; 

Thus strengthened with all might, 
We, through Thy Spirit and Thy Son, 
Shall pray, and pray aright. 

James Montgomery, 1818. 



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280 4 4 7, 8 8 7. 

NGELS holy, 

High and lowly, 

Sing the praises of the Lord! 
Earth and sky, all living nature, 
Man, the stamp of thy Creator, 

Praise ye, praise ye, God the Lord! 

Ocean hoary, 
Tell His glory, 
Cliffs, where tumbling seas have roared! 
Pulse of waters blithely beating, 
Wave advancing, wave retreating, 
Praise ye, praise ye, God the Lord! 

Rock and highland, 
Wood and island, 
Crag where eagle's pride hath soared, 
Mighty mountains, purple-breasted, 
Peaks cloud-cleaving, snowy-crested, 
Praise ye, praise ye, God the Lord! 



222 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

4 Rolling river, 
Praise Him ever, 

From the mountains' deep vein poured; 
Silver fountain, clearly gushing, 
Troubled torrent, wildly rushing, 

Praise ye, praise ye, God the Lord! 

5 Praise Him ever, 
Bounteous Giver! 

Praise Him, Father, Friend, and Lord! 
Each glad soul its free course winging, 
Each glad voice its free song singing, 

Praise the great and mighty Lord ! 

John Stuart Blackie, lSkO. 

281 L. M. 

THEE we adore, Eternal Lord! 
We praise Thy Name with one accord. 
Thy saints, who here Thy goodness see, 
Through all the world do worship Thee. 

2 To Thee aloud all angels cry, 

The heavens and all the powers on high; . 
Thee, Holy, Holy, Holy King, 
Lord God of Hosts, they ever sing. 

3 The apostles join the glorious throng; 
The prophets swell the immortal song; 
The martyrs' noble army raise 
Eternal anthems to Thy praise. 

4 From day to day, O Lord, do we 
Highly exalt and honor Thee ! 
Thy Name we worship and adore, 
World without end, for evermore ! 

5 Vouchsafe, O Lord, we humbly pray, 
To keep us safe from sin this day; 
Have mercy, Lord ! we trust in Thee : 
O, let us ne'er confounded be! 

Latin Hymn of IV or V Century. 
Thomas CotteriWs Psalms and Hymns, 1815. a. 



PRAYER, PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING 223 

282 6 6 4, 6 6 6 4. 

SHEPHERD of tender youth, 
Guiding in love and truth 
Through devious ways; 
Christ, our triumphant King, 
We come Thy Name to sing; 
Hither Thy children bring 
Tributes of praise. 

2 Thou art our holy Lord, 
The all-subduing Word, 

Healer of strife; 
Thou didst Thyself abase, 
That from sin's deep disgrace, 
Thou mightest save our race, 

And give us life. 

3 Ever be near our side, 

Our Shepherd and our Guide, 

Our staff and song; 
Jesus, Thou Christ of God, 
By Thine enduring Word, 
Lead us where Thou hast trod; 

Make our faith strong. 

4 So now, and till we die, 
Sound we Thy praises high, 

And joyful sing; 
Let all the holy throng 
Who to Thy Church belong, 
Unite to swell the song 

To Christ our King! 

Clement of Alexandria, cir. 200. Tr. Henry Martijn Dexter, 18!f6. 



283 6 7,67,66,66. 

OW thank we all our God 
With heart and hands and voices, 
Who wondrous things hath done, 
In Whom His world rejoices; 



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Who, from our mother's arms, 

Hath blessed us on our way 
With countless gifts of love, 

And still is ours to-day. 

2 O may this bounteous God 

Through all our life be near us, 
With ever joyful hearts 

And blessed peace to cheer us; 
And keep us in His grace, 

And guide us when perplexed, 
And free us from all ills, 

In this world and the next. 

3 All praise and thanks to God 

The Father now be given, 
The Son, and Him Who reigns 

With Them in highest heaven : 
. The One Eternal God 

Whom earth and heaven adore; 
For thus it was, is now, 

And shall be evermore. 

Martin Rinkart, d. 16 \8. 
Tr. Catherine Wink worth, 1858. a. 

284 6 6, 8 4. D. 

THE God of Abraham praise 
Who reigns enthroned above, 
Ancient of everlasting days, 
And God of love; 
To Him uplift your voice, 
At Whose supreme command 
From earth we rise, and seek the joys 
At His right hand. 

2 Though nature's strength decay, 
And earth and hell withstand, 
To Canaan's bound we urge our way 
At His command. 



PRAYER, PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING 225 

The watery deep we pass 
With Jesus in our view; 
And through the dreary wilderness 
Our way pursue. 

3 The goodly land we see, 
With peace and plenty blest; 

A land of sacred liberty 
And endless rest; 
There milk and honey flow, 
And oil and wine abound, 
And trees of life for ever grow, 
With mercy crowned. 

4 There dwells the Lord our King, 
The Lord our Righteousness, 

Triumphant o'er the world and sin, 
The Prince of Peace; 
On Zion's sacred height . 
His kingdom He maintains, 
And glorious with His saints in light 
For ever reigns. 

5 Before the great Three-One 
They all exulting stand, 

And tell the wonders He hath done 
Through all their land; 
The listening spheres attend 
And swell the growing fame, 
And sing, in songs which never end, 
The wondrous Name. 

6 The God Who reigns on high 
The great archangels sing, 

And "Holy, Holy, Holy," cry, 
"Almighty King! 
Who was, and is, the same, 
And evermore shall be; 
Eternal Father, great I AM, 
We worship Thee." 



226 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

7 Before the Saviour's face 
The ransomed nations bow, 

O'erwhelmed at His almighty grace, 
Forever new; 
He shows His prints of love, — 
They kindle to a flame, 
And sound through all the worlds above 
"Worthy the Lamb." 

8 The whole triumphant host 
Give thanks to God on high; 

"Hail! Father, Son and Holy Ghost," 
They ever cry; 
Hail! Abraham's God, and mine! 
(I join the heavenly lays), 
All might and majesty are Thine, 
And endless praise. 

Thomas Olivers, 1770. a. 
Based on the Hebrew Yigdal. 

285 8 7,87,887. 

A LL praise to God Who reigns above, 
l\. The God of all creation, 
The God of power, the God of love, 

The God of our salvation; 
With healing balm my soul He fills, 
And every faithless murmur stills. 

To God all praise and glory ! 

2 The angel host, O King of kings, 

Thy praise for ever telling, 
In earth and sky all living things, 

Beneath Thy shadow dwelling, 
Adore the wisdom which could span, 
And power which formed creation's plan. 

To God all praise and glory! 



PRAYER, PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING 227 

3 What God's almighty power hath made 

His gracious mercy keepeth; 
By morning glow or evening shade 

His watchful eye ne'er sleepeth; 
Within the kingdom of His might, 
Lo ! all is just and all is right. 

To God all praise and glory! 

4 The Lord is never far aw^ay, 

But, through all grief distressing, 
An ever-present help and stay, 

Our peace, and joy, and blessing; 
As with a mother's tender hand 
He leads His own, His chosen, band. 

To God all praise and glory! 

5 Thus, all my gladsome way along, 

I'll sing aloud Thy praises, 
That men may hear the grateful song 

My voice unwearied raises; 
Be joyful in the Lord, my heart! 
Both soul and body, bear your part ! 

To God all praise and glory ! 

Johann Jacob Schiitz, 1675. 
Tr. Frances Elizabeth Cox, 186^. a. 

286 14 14, 4 7 8. 

PRAISE to the Lord, the Almighty, the King of 
creation ! 
O my soul, praise Him, for He is thy health and 
salvation ! 
All ye who hear, 
Now to His temple draw near; 
Praise Him in glad adoration. 

2 Praise to the Lord! Who o'er all things so wondrously 
reigneth, 
Shelters thee under His wings, yea, so gently sus- 
taineth; 



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Hast thou not seen 
How thy desires e'er have been 
Granted in what He ordaineth? 

3 Praise to the Lord! Who doth prosper thy work and 

defend thee; 
Surely His goodness and mercy here daily attend thee. 
Ponder anew 

What the Almighty can do, 
If with His love He befriend thee ! 

4 Praise to the Lord! let all that is in me adore Him! 
All that hath life and breath, come now with praises 

before Him! 
Let the Amen 

Sound from His people again; 
Gladly for aye we adore Him. 

Joachim Neander, 1680. 
Tr. Catherine Winkworlh, 1863. 



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287 10 4, G 6, 6 6, 10 4. 

ET all the world in every corner sing: 

"My God and King!" 
The heavens are not too high, 
His praise may thither fly; 
The earth is not too low, 
His praises there may grow. 
Let all the world in every corner sing: 
"My God and King!" 

2 Let all the world in every corner sing : 
"My God and King!" 
The Church with psalms must shout; 
No door can keep them out. 
But, above all, the heart 
Must bear the longest part. 
Let all the world in every corner sing: 
"My God and King!" 



PRAYER, PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING 229 

3 Let all the world in every corner sing: 
k *My God and King!" 
The Father, with the Son, 
And Spirit, Three in One, 
One Everlasting Lord, 
Be evermore adored! 
Let all the world in every corner sing: 
"My God and King!" 

George Herbert, 1633. 
Doxology Anon., 1872. 



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288 6 5,6 5. D. 

•RAISE the Lord of heaven, 
Praise Hirn in the height, 
Praise Him, all ye angels, 

Praise Him, stars and light; 
Praise Him, clouds and waters, 

Which above the skies, 
When His word commanded, 
Did established rise. 

2 Praise the Lord, ye fountains 
Of the deeps and seas, 

Rocks, and hills, and mountains, 

Cedars, and all trees; 
Praise Him, clouds and vapors, 

Snow, and hail, and fire, 
Stormy wind, fulfilling 

Only His desire. 

3 Praise Him, fowls and cattle, 
Princes and all kings; 

Praise Him, men and maidens, 

All created things; 
For the Xame of God is 

Excellent alone, 
Over earth His footstool, 

Over heaven His throne. 

Thomas Briarly Browne, I8kk. 



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289 8 7, 8 7, 8 7. 

►RAISE, my soul, the King of heaven; 
To His feet thy tribute bring; 
Ransomed, healed, restored, forgiven, 
Who like thee His praise should sing? 

Alleluia! Alleluia! 
Praise the everlasting King! 

2 Praise Him for His grace and favor 
To our fathers in distress; 

Praise Him, still the same as ever, 
Slow to chide, and swift to bless : 

Alleluia! Alleluia! 
Glorious in His faithfulness! 

3 Father-like He tends and spares us, 
Well our feeble frame He knows; 

In His hands He gently bears us, 
Rescues us from all our foes : 

Alleluia! Alleluia! 
Widely as His mercy flows ! 

4 Angels in the height adore Him, 
Who behold Him face to face; 

Sun and moon bow down before Him; 
Dwellers in all time and space: 

Alleluia! Alleluia! 
Praise jsvith us the God of grace! 

Henry Francis Lyte, 1834. a. 



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290 7 7, 7 7. 

EAVEN and earth, and sea and air, 
All their Maker's praise declare; 
Wake, my soul, awake and sing: 
Now thy grateful praises bring. 

2 See the glorious orb of day 

Breaking through the clouds his way; 
Moon and stars with silvery light 
Praise Him through the silent night. 



PRAYER, PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING 231 

3 See how He hath everywhere 
Made this earth so rich and fair; 
Hill and vale and fruitful land, 
All things living, show His hand. 

4 See how through the boundless sky 
Fresh and free the birds do fly; 
Fire and wind and storm are still 
Servants of His royal w^ill. 

5 See the water's ceaseless flow, 
Ever circling to and fro; 
From the sources to the sea, 
Still it rolls in praise to Thee. 

6 Lord, great wonders workest Thou! 
To Thy sway all creatures bow. 
Write Thou deeply in my heart 
What I am, and what Thou art ! 

Joachim Neander, 16S0. 
Tr. Composite. 



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291 8 7, 8 7. D. 

ORD, with glowing heart I'd praise Thee 
For the bliss Thy love bestows, 
For the pardoning grace that saves me, 

And the peace that from it flows. 
Help, O God, my weak endeavor; 
This dull soul to rapture raise; 
Thou must light the flame, or never 
Can my love be warmed to praise. 

2 Praise, my soul, the God that sought thee, 

Wretched wanderer, far astray; 
Found thee lost, and kindly brought thee 

From the paths of death away. 
Praise, with love's devoutest feeling, 

Him Who saw thy guilt-born fear, 
And, the light of hope revealing, 

Bade the blood-stained Cross appear. 



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3 Lord, this bosom's ardent feeling 

Vainly would my lips express; 
Low before Thy footstool kneeling, 

Deign Thy suppliant's prayer to bless. 
Let Thy grace, my soul's chief treasure, 

Love's pure flame within me raise; 
And, since words can never measure, 

Let my life show forth Thy praise. 

Francis Scott Key, 1823. 



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292 7 7,77,77. 

10R the beauty of the earth, 
For the beauty of the skies, 
v For the love which from our birth 

Over and around us lies, 
Christ, our God, to Thee we raise 
This our sacrifice of praise. 

2 For the beauty of each hour 
Of the day and of the night, 

Hill and vale, and tree and flower, 
Sun and moon and stars of light, 
Christ, our God, to Thee we raise 
This our sacrifice of praise. 

3 For the joy of ear and eye, 
For the heart and mind's delight, 

For the mystic harmony 

Linking sense to sound and sight, 
Christ, our God, to Thee we raise 
This our sacrifice of praise. 

4 For Thyself, best Gift divine! 
To our race so freely given, 

For that great, great love of Thine, 
Peace on earth and joy in heaven, 
Christ, our God, to Thee we raise 
This our sacrifice of praise. 

FollioU Sandford Pierpoint, 186^ 



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293 L. M. 

FROM all that dwell below the skies 
Let the Creator's praise arise; 
Let the Redeemer's Name be sung 
Through every land, by every tongue. 

2 Eternal are Thy mercies, Lord, 
Eternal truth attends Thy Word; 

Thy praise shall sound from shore to shore, 
Till suns shall rise and set no more. 

3 Your lofty themes, ye mortals, bring; 
In songs of praise divinely sing; 
The great salvation loud proclaim, 
And shout for joy the Saviour's Name. 

4 In every land begin the song; 
To every land the strains belong; 
In cheerful sounds all voices raise, 
And fill the world with loudest praise. 

St. 1 and 2, Isaac Watts, 1719. 
St. 3 and 4, John Wesley, 1786. 

294 io 10, n n. 

O WORSHIP the King, all-glorious above, 
And gratefully sing His wonderful love; 
Our Shield and Defender, the Ancient of Days, 
Pavilioned in splendor and girded with praise. 

2 O tell of His might and sing of His grace, 
Whose robe is the light, whose canopy space; 

His chariots of wrath the deep thunder-clouds form, 
And dark is His path on the wings of the storm. 

3 The earth with its store of wonders untold, 
Almighty, Thy power hath founded of old: 
Hath stablished it fast by a changeless decree, 
And round it hath cast like a mantle the sea. 



234 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

4 Thy bountiful care what tongue can recite? 
It breathes in the air, it shines in the light, 

It streams from the hills, it descends to the plain, 
And sweetly distills in the dew and the rain. 

5 Frail children of dust, and feeble as frail, 
In Thee do we trust, nor find Thee to fail; 
Thy mercies how tender ! how firm to the end 
Our Maker, Defender, Redeemer, and Friend. 

6 O measureless Might! ineffable Love! 
While angels delight to hymn Thee above, 
The humble creation, though feeble its lays, 
With true adoration shall sing to Thy praise. 

Robert Grant, 1833. a. 
Based on W. Kethes' Paraphrase, 1551. 

295 io io, 10 10. 

BLESSING and honor, and glory and power, 
Wisdom, and riches, and strength evermore, 
Give ye to Him Who our battle hath won, 
Whose are the kingdom, the crown and the throne. 

2 Dwelleth the light of the glory with Him, 
Light of a glory that cannot grow dim, 
Light in its silence and beauty and calm, 
Light in its gladness and brightness and balm. 

3 Ever ascehdeth the song and the joy, 
Ever descendeth the love from on high, 
Blessing, and honor, and glory, and praise, 
This is the theme of the hymns that we raise. 

4 Life of all life, and true Light of all light, 
Star of the dawning, unchangingly bright, 
Sing we the song of the Lamb that was slain, 
Dying in weakness, but rising to reign. 

II or alius Bonar, 1866. 



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296 C. M. 

HEN all Thy mercies, O my God, 
My rising soul surveys, 
Transported with the view, I'm lost 
In wonder, love and praise. 



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2 Unnumbered comforts to my soul 

Thy tender care bestowed, 
Before mv infant heart conceived 
From Whom these comforts flowed. 

3 Ten thousand thousand precious gifts 

My daily thanks employ; 
Nor is the least a cheerful heart 
That tastes those gifts with joy. 

4 Through every period of my life 

Thy goodness I'll pursue, 
And after death, in distant worlds, 
The glorious theme renew. 

5 When nature fails, and day and night 

Divide Thv works no more, 
My ever grateful heart, O Lord, 
Thy mercies shall adore. 

6 Through all eternity to Thee 

A joyful song I'll raise; 
But oh! eternity's too short 
To utter all Thy praise. 



Joseph Addison, 1712. 
297 8 7,8 7. 

OD is Love: His mercy brightens 
All the path in which we rove; 
Bliss He wakes, and woe He lightens; 
God is Wisdom, God is Love. 



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236 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

2 Time and change are busy ever; 

Man decays, and ages move; 
But His mercy waneth never; 
God is Wisdom, God is Love. 

3 E'en the hour that darkest seemeth 

Will His changeless goodness prove; 
From the gloom His brightness streameth; 
God is Wisdom, God is Love. 

4 He with earthly cares entwineth 

Hope and comfort from above; 
Everywhere His glory shine th; 
God is Wisdom, God is Love. 

John Bowring, 1825. a. 



298 8 7, 8 7. 

OME, Thou Fount of every blessing, 
Tune my heart to sing Thy grace; 
Streams of mercy, never ceasing, 
Call for songs of loudest praise. 



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2 Here I raise mine Ebenezer, 

Hither by Thy help I'm come; 
And I hope, by Thy good pleasure, 
Safely to arrive at home. 

3 Jesus sought me when a stranger, 

Wandering from the fold of God; 
He, to rescue me from danger. 
Interposed His precious Blood. 

4 O, to grace how great a debtor 

Daily I'm constrained to be! 
Let that grace now, like a fetter, 
Bind my wandering heart to Thee. 



PRAYER, PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING 237 

5 Prone to wander, Lord, I feel it, 
Prone to leave the God I love; 
Here's my heart; take and seal it, 
Seal it for Thy courts above. 

Robert Robinson, 1759. a. 



299 s. m. 

BLESS the Lord, my soul! 
Let all within me join 
And aid my tongue to bless His Name, 
Whose favors are divine. 



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2 bless the Lord, my soul! 

Nor let His mercies lie 
Forgotten in unthankfulness, 
And without praises die. 

3 'Tis He forgives thy sins; 

'Tis He relieves thy pain; 
'Tis He that heals thy sicknesses, 
And gives thee strength again. 

4 He crowns thy life with love, 

When ransomed from the grave; 
He that redeemed my soul from death 
Hath sovereign power to save. 

5 He fills the poor with good; 

He gives the sufferers rest; 
The Lord hath judgments for the proud, 
And justice for the opprest. 

6 His wondrous works and ways 

He made by Moses known, 
But sent the world His truth and grace 
By His beloved Son. 

Isaac Watts, 1719. a. 



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300 8 7, 8 7. 

►RAISE the Lord! Ye heavens, adore Him; 
Praise Him, angels, in the height; 
Sun and moon, rejoice before Him; 
Praise Him, all ye stars and light. 



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2 Praise the Lord! for He hath spoken; 

Worlds His mighty voice obeyed; 
Laws, which never shall be broken, 
For their guidance He hath made. 

3 Praise the Lord! for He is glorious; 

Never shall His promise fail; 
God hath made His saints victorious, 
Sin and death shall not prevail. 

4 Praise the God of our salvation; 

Hosts on high. His power proclaim; 
Heaven and earth, and all creation, 
Laud and magnify His Name ! 

London Foundling Hospital Collection, 1796. 
301 8 8, 8 8, 8 8. 

THEE will I love, my Strength, my Tower, 
Thee will I love, my Joy, my Crown; 
Thee will I love with all my power, 
In all my works, and Thee alone; 
Thee will I love, till the pure fire 
Fill my whole soul with chaste desire. 

2 I thank Thee, uncreated Sun, 

That Thy bright beams on me have shined; 
I thank Thee, Who hast overthrown 

My foes, and healed my wounded mind; 
I thank Thee, Whose enlivening voice 
Bids my freed heart in Thee rejoice. 



PRAYER, PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING 239 

3 Uphold me in the doubtful race, 

Xor suffer me again to stray; 
Strengthen my feet with steady pace 

Still to press forward in Thy way; 
That all my powers, with all their might, 
In Thy sole glory may unite. 

4 Thee will I love, my Joy, my Crown; 

Thee will I love, my Lord, my God! 
Thee will I love, beneath Thy frown 

Or smile, Thy sceptre or Thy rod. 
What though my flesh and heart decay? 
Thee shall I love in endless day. 

Johann Scheffler, 1657. 
Tr. John Wesley, 1 739. 



302 c. m. 

HAT shall I render to my God 
For all His gifts to me? 
Sing, heaven and earth, rejoice and praise 
His glorious majesty. 



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2 let me praise Thee while I live, 

And praise Thee when I die, 
And praise Thee when I rise again, 
And to eternity. 

3 Mysterious depths of endless love 

Our admiration raise; 
My God, Thy Name exalted is 
Above our highest praise. 

John Mason, 16S3. a. 



303 c. m. 

Y GOD! how wonderful Thou art, 
Thy majesty how bright! 
How beautiful Thy Mercy-seat 
In depths of burning light! 



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2 Yet, I may love Thee too, O Lord! 

Almighty as Thou art; 
For Thou hast stooped to ask of me 
The love of my poor heart. 

3 No earthly father loves like Thee, 

No mother e'er so mild, 
Bears and forbears, as Thou hast done 
With me, Thy sinful child. 

4 My God ! how wonderful Thou art, 

Thou # everlasting Friend! 
On Thee I stay my trusting heart 
Till faith in vision end. 

Frederick William Faber, 181+9. 



304 c. m. 

ALL that I was, my sin, my guilt, 
l My death, was all my own; 
All that I am, I owe to Thee, 
My gracious God, alone. 



2 The evil of my former state 

Was mine, and only mine; 
The good in which I now rejoice 
Is Thine, and only Thine. 

3 The darkness of my former state, 

The bondage, all was mine; 
The light of life in which I walk, 
The liberty, is Thine. 

4 Thy grace first made me feel my sin, 

It taught me to believe; 
Then in believing, peace I found, 
And now I live, I live. 



PRAYER, PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING 241 


5 All that I am, e'en here on earth, 
All that I hope to be 
When Jesus comes and glory dawns, 
I owe it, Lord, to Thee. 

Horatius Bonar, 1845. 


305 s m 

rr\0 God the only wise, 

X Our Saviour and our King, 
Let all the saints below the skies 
Their humble praises bring. 


2 'Tis His almighty love, 

His counsel, and His care, 
Preserves us safe from sin and death, 
And every hurtful snare. 


3 He will present our souls 

Unblemished and complete 
Before the glory of His face 
With joys divinely great. 


4 Then all His faithful sons 

Shall meet around the throne, 
Shall bless the conduct of His grace, 
And make His wonders known. 


5 To our Redeemer God 

Wisdom and power belongs, 
Immortal crowns of majesty, 
And everlasting songs. 

Isaac Watts, 1707. 


306 s. m 


A yTY soul, repeat His praise 
1 V X Whose mercies are so great, 
Whose anger is so slow to rise, 
So ready to abate. 



242 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

2 High as the heavens are raised 
Above the ground we tread, 
So far the riches of His grace 
Our highest thoughts exceed. 

3 His grace subdues our sins, 
And His forgiving love, 
Far as the east is from the west, 
Doth all our guilt remove. 

4 The pity of the Lord 

To those that fear His Name 
Is such as tender parents feel; 
He knows our feeble frame. 

5 Our days are as the grass, 

Or like the morning flower; 
If one sharp blast sweep o'er the field, 
It withers in an hour. 

6 But Thy compassions, Lord, 

To endless years endure, 
And children's children ever find 
Thy words of promise sure. 

Isaac Watts, 1719. 

307 l. m. 

GIVE to our God immortal praise ! 
Mercy and truth are all His ways. 
Wonders of grace to God belong; 
Repeat His mercies in your song. 

'2 Give to the Lord of lords renown, 
The King of kings with glory crown, 
His mercies ever shall endure. 
When lords and kings are known no more. 



PRAYER, PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING 243 

3 He sent His Son with power to save 
From guilt and darkness and the grave. 
Wonders of grace to God belong; 
Repeat His mercies in your song. 

4 Through this vain world He guides our feet, 
And leads us to His heavenly seat, 

His mercies ever shall endure, 

When this vain world shall be no more. 

Isaac Watts, 1719. 

308 S. M. D. 

COME, ye that love the Lord, 
And let your joys be known; 
Join in a song with sweet accord, 
While ye surround His throne. 
Let those refuse to sing 

Who never knew our God; 
But children of the heavenly King 
May speak their joys abroad. 

2 The God Who rules on high, 

Who all the earth surveys, 
Who rides upon the stormy sky, 

And calms the roaring seas : 
This awful God is ours, 

Our Father and our Love; 
He will send down His heavenly powers 

To carry us above. 

3 There we shall see His face, 

And never, never sin; 
There, from the rivers of His grace, 

Drink endless pleasures in. - 
Then let our songs abound, 

And every tear be dry ; 
We're marching through Emmanuel's ground 

To fairer worlds on high. 

Isaac Watts, 1707. a. 



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309 8 8 6.D. 

COULD I speak the matchless worth, 
O, "could I sound the glories forth 
Which in my Saviour shine, 
I'd soar and touch the heavenly strings, 
And vie with Gabriel, while he sings, 
In notes almost divine. 

2 I'd sing the precious blood He spilt, 
My ransom from the dreadful guilt 

Of sin and wrath divine; 
I'd sing His glorious righteousness, 
In which all-perfect heavenly dress 

My soul shall ever shine. 

3 I'd sing the characters He bears, 
And all the forms of love He wears, 

Exalted on His throne; 
In loftiest songs of sweetest praise, 
I would to everlasting days 

Make all His glories known. 

4 Soon the delightful day will come, 
When my dear Lord will bring me home, 

And I shall see His face; 
Then with my Saviour, Brother, Friend, 
A blest eternity I'll spend, 

Triumphant in His grace. 

Samuel Medley, 1789. 



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310 6 6,66,66. 

HEN morning gilds the skies, 
My heart, awaking, cries : 
May Jesus Christ be praised. 
When evening shadows fall, 
This rings my curfew call: 
May Jesus Christ be praised. 



PRAYER, PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING 245 

£ When mirth for music longs, 
This is my song of songs: 

May Jesus Christ be praised. 
God's holy house of prayer 
Hath none that can compare 

With: Jesus Christ be praised. 

3 No lovelier antiphon 

In all high heaven is known 
Than: Jesus Christ be praised. 

There to th' Eternal Word 

The eternal psalm is heard: 
May Jesus Christ be praised. 

4 Ye nations of mankind, 
In this your concord find : 

May Jesus Christ be praised. 
Let all the earth around 
Ring joyous with the sound : 

May Jesus Christ be praised. 

5 Sing, suns and stars of space, 
Sing, ye that see His face, 

Sing : Jesus Christ be praised. 
God's whole creation o'er, 
For aye and evermore 

Shall Jesus Christ be praised. 

Anon., 1828. Tr. Robert Bridges, 1899. 
St. 1, iv. 1-3, Edward Caswall, 18b h. 



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311 7 7, 7 7. 

OXGS. of praise the angels sang, 
Heaven with hallelujahs rang, 
When Jehovah's work begun, 
When He spake and it was done. 

Songs of praise awoke the morn 
When the Prince of Peace was born; 
Songs of praise arose when He 
Captive led captivity. 



246 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

3 Heaven and earth must pass away: 
Songs of praise shall crown that day. 
God will make new heavens and earth : 
Songs of praise shall hail their birth. 

4 Saints below with heart and voice 
Still in songs of praise rejoice; 
Learning here, by faith and love, 
Songs of praise to sing above. 

5 Borne upon their latest breath, 
Songs of praise shall conquer death; 
Then, amidst eternal joy, 

Songs of praise their powers employ. 

6 Hymns of glory, songs of praise, 
Father, unto Thee we raise, 
Jesus, glory unto Thee. 

With the Spirit, ever be. 

James Montgomery, 1819. 



312 REPENTANCE l. m. 

GOD calling yet! — shall I not hear? 
Earth's pleasures shall I still hold dear? 
Shall life's swift passing years all fly, 
And still my soul in slumbers lie? 

2 God calling yet! — shall I not rise? 
Can I His loving voice despise, 
And basely His kind care repay? 
He calls me still; can I delay? 

3 God calling yet! — and shall He knock, 
And I my heart the closer lock? 

He still is waiting to receive, 
And shall I dare His Spirit grieve? 



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God calling yet! — and shall I give 
No heed, but still in bondage live? 
I wait, but He does not forsake; 
He calls me still; — my heart, awake! 

Ah, yield Him all; in Him confide; 
Where but with Him doth peace abide? 
Break loose, let earthly bonds be riven, 
And let the spirit rise to heaven! 

Gerhard Tersteegen, d. 1769. Tr. Sarah Borthwick Findlater, 1855. a. 



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313 7 6,76,33,66. 

MITE us not in anger, Lord, 
But in mercy spare us, 
Save us from our just reward, 
In Thy pity hear us. 
Though our sin, 
Great hath been, 
Let Christ's intercession 
Cover our transgression. 

% Strengthen us in love, O Lord, 
Gentlv as a Father; 
When Thou dost Thy help afford 
All our fears are over. 
Weak indeed, 
We have need 
That Thy love correct us, 
And Thy grace protect us. 

3 Glorious God, Thy Name we praise; 
Father, Son and Spirit; 
Now and through eternal days, 
As Thy mercies merit. 
Glory be 
Unto Thee 
Who hast pity on us, 
And with love hast won us. 

Johann Georg Albinus, <1. 1679. Tr. John Caspar Mattes, 19H> 



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314 7 7, 7 7. 

GOD of Mercy! God of Grace! 
Hear our sad repentant songs. 
O restore Thy suppliant race, 

Thou, to Whom our praise belongs! 



2 Deep regret for follies past, 

Talents wasted, time misspent, 
Hearts debased by worldly cares, 
Thankless for the blessings lent; 

3 Foolish fears and fond desires, 

Vain regrets for things as vain, 
Lips too seldom taught to praise, 
Oft to murmur and complain; 

4 These, and every secret fault, 

Filled with grief and shame, we own; 
Humbled at Thy feet we lie, 

Seeking pardon from Thy throne. 

John Taylor, 1795. 



315 s. m. 

OUT of the deep I call 
To Thee, Lord, to Thee; 
Before Thy throne of grace I fall; 
Be merciful to me. 



2 Out of the deep I cry, 

The woeful deep of sin, 
Of evil done in days gone by, 
Of evil now within. 

3 Out of the deep of fear, 

And dread of coming shame, 
From morning watch till night is near 
I plead the precious Name. 



REPENTANCE 249 



4 Lord, there is mercy now, 
As ever was, with Thee; 
Before Thy throne of grace I bow; 
Be merciful to me. 

Henry Williams Baker, 1868. 

316 L. M. 

WITH broken heart and contrite sigh, 
A trembling sinner, Lord, I cry; 
Thy pardoning grace is rich and free; 
O God, be merciful to me ! 

2 I smite upon my troubled breast, 

With deep and conscious guilt oppressed, 
Christ and His Cross my only plea; 
Q God, be merciful to me ! 

3 Nor alms, nor deeds that I have done, 
Can for a single sin atone; 

To Calvary alone I flee; 
O God, be merciful to me ! 

4 And when, redeemed from sin and hell, 
With all the ransomed throng I dwell, 
My raptured song shall ever be : 

God hath been merciful to me. 

Cornelius Elven, 1852. 



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317 8 7, 8 7, 8 8 7. 

k UT of the depths I cry to Thee, 
Lord, hear me, I implore Thee! 
Bend down Thy gracious ear to me, 
Let my prayer come before Thee! 
If Thou remember each misdeed, 
If each should have its rightful meed, 
Who may abide Thy presence? 



250 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

2 Our pardon is Thy gift; Thy love 

And grace alone avail us. 
Our works could ne'er our guilt remove, 

The strictest life must fail us. 
That none may boast himself of aught, 
But own in fear Thy grace hath wrought 

What in him seemeth righteous. 

3 And thus my hope is in the Lord, 

And not in mine own merit: 
I rest upon His faithful word 

To them of contrite spirit. 
That He is merciful and just, — 
Here is my comfort and my trust. 

His help I wait with patience. 

4 And though it tarry till the night, 

And round till morning waken, 
My heart shall ne'er mistrust Thy might, 

Nor count itself forsaken. 
Do thus, O ye of Israel's seed, 
Ye of the Spirit born indeed, 

Wait for your God's appearing. 

5 Though great our sins and sore our woes, 

His grace much more aboundeth; 
. His helping love no limit knows, 

Our utmost need it soundeth. 
Our kind and faithful Shepherd, He, 
Who shall at last set Israel free 

From all their sin and sorrow. 

Martin Luther, 1521}. 
Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1862. 



318 L- m 

THOU that hear'st wlien sinners cry, 
Though all my crimes before Thee lie, 
Behold them not with angry look, 
But blot their memory from Thy book. 



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REPENTANCE 251 



2 Create my nature pure within, 
And form my soul averse to sin: 
Let Thy good Spirit ne'er depart, 
Nor hide Thy presence from my heart. 

3 I cannot live without Thy light, 

Cast out and banished from Thy sight; 
Thy holy joys, my God, restore, 
And guard me that I fall no more. 

4 A broken heart, my God, my King, 
Is all the sacrifice I bring; 

Look down, O Lord, with pitying eye, 
And save the soul condemned to die. 



5 O may Thy love inspire my tongue! 
Salvation shall be all my song, 
And all my powers shall join to bless 
The Lord, my Strength and Righteousness. 

Isaac Watts, 1719. 

319 s m. 

THE Spirit in our hearts 
Is whispering, "Sinner, come!" 
The Bride, the Church of Christ, proclaims 
To all His children, "Come!" 

2 Let him that heareth say 

To all about him, "Come!" 
Let him that thirsts for righteousness 
To Christ, the Fountain, come! 

3 Yes, whosoever will, 

O let him freely come, 
And freely drink the stream of life; 
'Tis Jesus bids him come. 



252 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

4 Lo, Jesus, Who invites, 

Declares: "I quickly come"; 
Lord, even so! I wait Thine hour; 
Jesus, my Saviour, come! 

Henry Ustic Onderdonk, 1826. 



320 s.m. 

ORD JESUS, think on me, 
And purge away my sin; 
From earthborn passions set me free, 
And make me pure within. 



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2 Lord Jesus, think on me 

With many a care opprest; 
Let me Thy loving servant be, 
And taste Thy promised rest. 

3 Lord Jesus, think on me, 

Nor let me go astray; 
Through darkness and perplexity 
Point Thou the heavenly way. 

4 Lord Jesus, think, on me, 

That, when the flood is past, 
I may th' eternal brightness see, 
And share Thy joy at last. 

5 Lord Jesus, think on me, 

That I may sing above 
To Father, Spirit, and to Thee, 
The strains of praise and love. 



Synesius of Cyrene, V Century. 
Tr. Allen William Chatfield, 1876. 



321 cm 

APPROACH, my soul, the mercy-seat, 
±\. Where Jesus answers prayer; 
There humbly fall before His feet, 
For none can perish there. 



REPENTANCE 253 



2 Thy promise is my only plea, 
With this I venture nigh; 

Thou callest burdened souls to Thee: 
And such, O Lord, am I. 

3 Bowed down beneath a load of sin, 
By Satan sorely pressed, 

By wars without and fears within, 
I come to Thee for rest. 

4 Be Thou my Shield and Hiding-place, 
. That, sheltered near Thy side, 

I may my fierce accuser face, 
And tell him, Thou hast died. 

5 O wondrous Love, to bleed and die, 
To bear the Cross and shame, 

That guilty sinners such as I 

Might plead Thy gracious Name ! 

John Newton, 1779. 

322 7 6, 7 6. D. 

JESUS, Thou art standing 
Outside the fast-closed door, 
In lowly patience waiting 

To pass the threshold o'er: 
Shame on us, Christian brethren, 

His Name and sign who bear, 
Oh shame, thrice shame upon us, 
To keep Him standing there! 

2 O Jesus, Thou art knocking; 

And lo! that hand is scarred, 
And thorns Thy brow encircle, 

And tears Thy face have marred. 
O love that passeth knowledge, 

So patiently to wait! 
O sin that hath no equal, 

So fast to bar the gate ! 



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254 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

3 O Jesus, Thou art pleading 

In accents meek and low, 
"I died for you, My children, 

And will ye treat Me so?" 
O Lord, with shame and sorrow 

We open now the door; 
Dear Saviour, enter, enter, 

And leave us nevermore. 

William Walsham How, 1867. 



323 s. m 

ND wilt Thou pardon, Lord, 
A sinner such as I? 
Although Thy book his crimes record 
Of such a crimson dye? 



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2 So deep are they engraved, 

So terrible their fear; — 
The righteous scarcely shall be saved. 
And where shall I appear? 

3 O Thou, Physician blest, 

Make clean my guilty soul! 
And me, by many a sin opprest, 
Restore, and keep me whole ! 

4 I know not how to praise 

Thy mercy and Thy love; 
But deign Thy servant to upraise, 
And I shall learn above. 

John Mason Neale, 1862. 
Based on the Greek. 

324 io io, 10 io. 

WEARY of earth, and laden with my sin, 
I look to heaven, and long to enter in; 
But there no evil thing may find a home, 
And yet I hear a voice that bids me "Come." 



REPENTANCE 255 



2 It is the voice of Jesus that I hear; 

His are the hands stretched out to draw me near, 
And His the Blood that can for all atone, 
And set me faultless there before the throne. 

3 'Twas He Who found me on the deathly wild, 
And made me heir of heaven, the Father's child, 
And day by day, whereby my soul may live, 
Gives me His grace of pardon, and will give. 

4 great Absolver, grant my soul may wear 
The lowliest garb of penitence and prayer, 
That in Thy Father's courts my glorious dress 
May be the garment of Thy righteousness. 

5 Yea, Thou wilt answer for me, righteous Lord; 
Thine all the merits, mine the great reward; 
Thine the sharp thorns, and mine the golden crown, 
Mine the life won, through Thine, the Life laid down. 

Samuel John Stone, 1866. 

325 7 8,78,77. 

u TESUS sinners doth receive": 
*J Word of surest consolation ! 
Word all sorrow to relieve, 

Word of pardon, peace, salvation! 
Naught like this can comfort give : 
' 'Jesus sinners doth receive." 

2 On God's grace we have no claim, 

Yet to us His pledge is given; 
He hath sworn by His own Name, 

Open are the gates of heaven. 

Take to heart this word and live : 
"Jesus sinners doth receive." 

3 When a helpless lamb doth stray, 

After it, the Shepherd, pressing 
Through each dark and dangerous way, 
Brings it back, His own possessing. 



Z56 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

Jesus seeks thee, O believe: 
"Jesus sinners doth receive." 

4 Sorrowing, Lord, I yield to Thee, 
Weary of sin's heavy burden; 
Let Thy grace my portion be, 
All I crave for is Thy pardon. 
This Thy promise, I believe: 
"Jesus sinners doth receive." 



Erdmann Neumeister, 1718. 
Tr. Composite, 1910. 



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326 FAITH s 8, 8 s, 8 8. 

OW I have found the ground wherein 
Sure my soul's anchor may remain: 
The wounds of Jesus, for my sin 

Before the world's foundation slain; 
Whose mercy shall unshaken stay 
When heaven and earth are fled away. 

2 Father, Thine everlasting grace 

Our scanty thought surpasses far; 
Thy heart still melts with tenderness, 

Thine arms of love still open are, 
Returning sinners to receive, 
That mercy they may taste, and live. 

3 Love, Thou bottomless abyss ! 

My sins are swallowed up in Thee; 
Covered is my unrighteousness, 

No spot of guilt remains on me; 
While Jesus' Blood, through earth and skies, 
Mercy, free, boundless mercy, cries! 

Johann Andreas Rothe, 1727. Tr. John Wesley, 17 kO. 
327 8 8,88,88. 

ESUS, I know, hath died for me : 
Here is my hope, my joy, my rest; 
Hither, when hell assails, I flee, 
I look into my Saviour's breast. 



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FAITH 257 



Away, sad doubt and anxious fear! 
Mercy is all that's written there. 

2 Though waves and storms go o'er my head, 

Though strength, and health, and friends be gone; 
Though joys be withered all and dead. 

Though every comfort be withdrawn; 
On this my steadfast soul relies: 
Father, Thy mercy never dies. 

3 Fixed on this ground will I remain, 

Though my heart fail and strength decay; 
This anchor shall my soul sustain, 

When earth's foundations melt away. 
Mercy's full power I then shall prove, 
Loved with an everlasting love. 

Johann Andreas Rothe, 1727. 
Tr. John Wesley, 171,0. a. 



328 cm. 

ESUS, Thou art my Righteousness, 
For all my sins were Thine; 
Thy death hath bought of God my peace, 
Thy life hath made Him mine. 



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2 Forever here my rest shall be, 

Close to Thy bleeding side; 
This all my hope, and all my plea: 
For me the Saviour died. 

3 My dying Saviour and my God, 

Fountain for guilt and sin, 
Sprinkle me ever with Thy Blood, 
And cleanse and keep me clean. 

4 Jesus, my Strength, my Life, my Rest, 

On Thee will I depend, 
Till summoned to the marriage-feast 
^Yhere faith in sight shall end. 

Charles Wesley, 171,0. 



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329 L. M. 

ESUS, Thy Blood arid Righteousness 
My beauty are, my glorious dress; 
'Midst flaming worlds, in these arrayed, 
With joy shall I lift up my head. 



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2 Bold shall I stand in Thy great Day, 
For who aught to my charge shall lay? 
Fully through these absolved I am 
From sin and fear, from guilt and shame. 

3 This spotless robe the same appears, 
When ruined nature sinks in years; 
No age can change its constant hue; 
Thy Blood preserves it ever new. 

4 O let the dead now hear Thy voice; 
Now bid Thy banished ones rejoice; 
Their beauty this, their glorious dress, 
Jesus, Thy Blood and Righteousness. 

5 When from the dust of death I rise 
To claim my mansion in the skies, 
E'en then this shall be all my plea: 
"Jesus hath lived, hath died for me." 

St. 1, Leipziger Gesangbuch, 1538. 

St. 2-5, Nicolaus Ludwig v. Zinzendorf, 1739. 

Tr. John Wesley, 1740. 

330 7 7, 7 7 

CHIEF of sinners though I be, 
Jesus shed His Blood for me; 
Died, that I might live on high; 
Lives, that I might never die. 

2 the height of Jesus' love! 
Higher than the heavens above. 
Deeper than the depths of sea, 
Lasting as eternity. 



FAITH 259 



3 Jesus only can impart 

Balm to heal the smitten heart, 
Peace that flows from sin forgiven, 
Joy that lifts the soul to heaven. 

4 Chief of sinners though I be, 
Christ is all in all to me; 

All my wants to Him are known, 
All my sorrows are His own. 

William IF Comb, 18 U 



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331 8 8, 8 8, 8 8. 

Y hope is built on nothing less 
Than Jesus' Blood and Righteousness; 
No merit of my own I claim, 
But wholly lean on Jesus' Name. 
On Christ, the solid rock, I stand; 
All other ground is sinking sand. 

2 When long appears my toilsome race, 
I rest on His unchanging grace; 
In every rough and stormy gale 
My anchor holds within the veil. 
On Christ, the solid rock, I stand; 
All other ground is sinking sand. 

3 His oath, His covenant and Blood, 
Support me in the raging flood; 
When every earthly prop gives way, 
He then is all my hope and stay. 
On Christ, the solid rock, I stand; 
All other ground is sinking sand. 

4 When the last trumpet's voice shall sound, 
O may I then in Him be found, 
Robed in His righteousness alone, 
Faultless to stand before the throne. 
On Christ, the solid rock, I stand; 
All other ground is sinking sand. 

Edward Mote, cir. 183 1^. 



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332 s. m. 

OT what these hands have done 
Can save this guilty soul; 
Not what this toiling flesh has borne 
Can make this spirit whole. 

2 Not what I feel or do 
Can give me peace with God; 

Not all my prayers and sighs and tears 
Can bear my awful load. 

3 Thy work alone, O Christ, 
Can ease this weight of sin; 

Thy Blood alone, O Lamb of God, 
Can give me peace within. 

4 Thy love to me, O God, 
Not mine, O Lord, to Thee, 

Can rid me of this dark unrest, 
And set my spirit free. 

5 Thy grace alone, O God, 
To me can pardon speak; 

Thy power alone, O Son of God, 
Can this sore bondage break. 

6 I bless the Christ of God; 
I rest on love divine; 

And, with unfaltering lip and heart, 
I call this Saviour mine. 

Horatius Bonar, 1861. 



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333 7 7, 7 7, 7 7. 

OCK of Ages, cleft for me, 
Let me hide myself in Thee; 
Let the Water and the Blood, 
From Thy riven side which flowed, 
Be of sin the double cure, 
Cleanse me from its guilt and power. 



FAITH 261 



2 Not the labors of my hands 
Can fulfill Thy Law's demands; 
Could my zeal no respite know, 
Could my tears for ever flow, 
All for sin could not atone; 
Thou must save, and Thou alone. 

3 Nothing in my hand I bring, 
Simply to Thy Cross I cling; 
Naked, come to Thee for dress; 
Helpless, look to Thee for grace; 
Foul, I to the fountain fly; 
Wash me, Saviour, or I die! 

4 While I draw this fleeting breath, 
When mine eyelids close in death, 
When I soar to worlds unknown, 
See Thee on Thy judgment-throne, 
Rock of Ages, cleft for me, 

Let me hide myself in Thee ! 

Augustus Montague Toplady, 1776. a. 



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334 8 7, 8 7. D. 

HO trusts in God, a strong abode 
In heaven and earth possesses; 
Who looks in love to Christ above, 

No fear his heart oppresses. 
In Thee alone, dear Lord, we. own 

Sweet hope and consolation; 
Our shield from foes, our balm for woes, 
Our great and sure salvation. 

2 Though Satan's wrath beset our path 
And worldly scorn assail us, 
While Thou art near we will not fear; 
Thy strength shall never fail us. 



262 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

Thy rod and staff shall keep us safe, 

And guide our steps for ever; 
Nor shades of death, nor hell beneath, 

Our souls from Thee shall sever. - 

3 In all the strife of mortal life 

Our feet shall stand securely; 
Temptation's hour shall lose its power, 

For Thou shalt guard us surely. 
O God, renew, with heavenly dew, 

Our body, soul, and spirit, 
Until we stand at Thy right hand, 

Through Jesus' saving merit. 

Joachim Magdeburg, St. 1, 1572. St. 2 and 8, 1597. 

Tr. Benjamin Hall Kennedy, 1863. 

Altered by William Walsham How, 186^. 



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335 7 6, 7 6. D. 

F God Himself be for me, 

I may a host defy; 
For when I pray, before me 

My foes, confounded, fly. 
If Christ, the Head, befriend me, 

If God be my support, 
The mischief they intend me 

Shall quickly come to naught. 

2 I build on this foundation: 
That Jesus and His Blood 

Alone are my salvation, 

The true eternal good; 
Without Him all that pleases 

Is valueless on earth; 
The gifts I owe to Jesus 

Alone my love are worth. 

3 His Holy Spirit dwelleth 
Within my willing heart, 

Tames it when it rebelleth, 

And soothes the keenest smart. 



FAITH 263 



He crowns His work with blessing, 

And helpeth me to cry 
"My Father!" without ceasing, 

To Him Who reigns on high. 

To mine His Spirit speaketh 

Sweet words of soothing power; 
How God for him that seeketh 

For rest, hath rest in store — 
How God Himself prepareth 

My heritage and lot, 
And, though my body weareth, 

My heaven shall fail me not. 

Paul Gerhardt, 1653. Tr. Richard Massie, 1857, 



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336 6 4,64,664. 

EARER, my God, to Thee! 
Nearer to Thee! 
Through Word and Sacrament 

Thou com'st to me. 
Thy grace is ever near, 
Thy Spirit ever here, 
Drawing to Thee. 

Ages on ages rolled 

Ere earth appeared, 
Yet Thine unmeasured love 

The way prepared; 
Long hast Thou yearned for me. 
That I might nearer be, 

Nearer to Thee ! 

Thy Son has come to earth. 

My sin to bear, 
My every wound to heal, . 

My pain to share. 
"God in the flesh" for me, 
Brings me now nearer Thee, 

Nearer to Thee! 



264 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

4 Lo! all my debt is paid, 

My guilt is gone. 
See ! He is risen for me, 

My throne is won. 
Thanks, O my God, to Thee! 
None now can nearer be, 

Nearer to Thee ! 

5 Welcome, then, to Thy home, 

Blest One in Three ! 
As Thou hast promised, come! 

Come, Lord, to me! 
Work Thou, O God, through me, 
Live Thou, O God, in me, 

Ever in me! 

6 Surely, it matters not 

What earth may bring; 
Death is of no account; 

Grace will I sing. 
Nothing remains for me, 
Save to be nearer Thee, 

Nearer to Thee ! 

Henry Eyster Jacobs, 1887. 

337 l. m. 

UST as I am, without one plea 
But that Thy Blood w^as shed for me, 
And that Thou bidst me come to Thee, 
O Lamb of God, I come, I come ! 



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2 Just as I am, and waiting not 
To rid my soul of one dark blot; 

To Thee, Whose Blood can cleanse each spot, 
O Lamb of God, I come, I come ! 

3 Just as I am, though tossed about 
With many a conflict, many a doubt, 
Fightings and fears within, without, 
O Lamb of God, I come, I come ! 



FAITH 265 



4 Just as I am, poor, wretched, blind; 
Sight, riches, healing of the mind, 
Yea, all I need, in Thee to find, 

Lamb of God, I come, I come ! 

5 Just as I am; Thou wilt receive, 

Wilt welcome, pardon, cleanse, relieve; 
Because Thy promise I believe, 
O Lamb of God, I come, I come ! 

6 Just as I am; Thy love unknown 
Has broken every barrier down; 
Now to be Thine, yea, Thine alone, 
O Lamb of God, I come, I come ! 

Charlotte Elliott, 18S6. 



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338 7 6, 7 6. D. 

LAY my sins on Jesus, 

The spotless Lamb of God; 
He bears them all, and frees us 

From the accursed load. 
I bring my guilt to Jesus 

To wash my crimson stains 
White, in His Blood most precious, 

Till not a spot remains. 

2 I lay my wants on Jesus; 
All fullness dwells in Him; 

He heals all my diseases, 

He doth my soul redeem. 
I lay my griefs on Jesus, 

My burdens and my cares; 
He from them all releases, 

He all my sorrows shares. 

3 I long to be like Jesus, 
Meek, loving, lowly, mild; 

I long to be like Jesus, 
The Father's holy child. 



%66 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

I long to be with Jesus 

Amid the heavenly throng, 
To sing with saints His praises, 

To learn the angels' song. 

Horatius Bonar, 1837. 



339 s m 

OT all the blood of beasts 
On Jewish altars slain, 
Could give the guilty conscience peace 
Or wash away the stain. 



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2 But Christ, the heavenly Lamb, 

Takes all our sins away; 
A Sacrifice of nobler name, 
And richer blood than they. 

3 My faith would lay her hand 

On that dear head of Thine, 
While like a penitent I stand, 
And there confess my sin. 

4 My soul looks back to see 

The burden Thou didst bear 
When hanging on the cursed Tree, 
And knows her guilt was there. 

5 Believing, we rejoice 

To see the curse remove; 
We bless the Lamb with cheerful voice, 
And sing His bleeding love. 



Isaac Watts, 1709. a, 

340 s. m 

ESUS, my Truth, my Way, 
My sure unerring Light, 
On Thee my feeble soul I stay, 
Which Thou wilt lead aright. 



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FAITH 267 



2 Mv Wisdom and my Guide, 

My Counsellor, Thou art; 
O let me never leave Thy side, 
Xor from Thy paths depart. 

3 Thou seest my feebleness; 

Jesus, be Thou my power, 

My help and refuge in distress, 

My fortress and my tower. 

4 Myself I cannot save, 

Myself I cannot keep; 
But strength in Thee I surely have, 
Whose eyelids never sleep. 

5 My soul to Thee alone 

Now, therefore, I commend; 
Thou, Jesus, having loved Thine own, 
Wilt love me to the end! 

Charles Wesley, 1749. 



341 s.m. 

Y spirit on Thy care, 
Blest Saviour, I recline; 
Thou wilt not leave me to despair, 
For Thou art Love divine. 



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2 In Thee I place my trust, 

On Thee I calmly rest; 
I know Thee good, I know Thee just, 
And count Thy choice the best. 

3 Whate'er events betide, 

Thy will they all perform; 
Safe in Thy breast my bead T bide, 
Nor fear tbe coming storm. 



268 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

4 Let good or ill befall, 

It must be good for me, 
Secure of having Thee in all, 
Of having all in Thee. 

Henry Francis Lyte, 183 %■ 



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342 s. m 

INCE Jesus is my Friend, 
And I to Him belong, 
It matters not what foes intend, 
However fierce and strong. 

2 I rest upon the ground 
Of Jesus and His Blood, 

For 'tis through Him that I have found 
The true eternal Good. 

3 His Spirit in me dwells, 
O'er all my mind He reigns, 

All care and sadness He dispels, 
And soothes away all pains. 

4 He whispers in my breast 
Sweet words of holy cheer, 

How he who seeks in God his rest 
Shall ever find Him near; 

5 How God hath built above 
A city fair and new, 

Where eye and heart shall see and prove 
What faith hath counted true. 

6 My heart for gladness springs, 
It cannot more be sad; 

For very joy it laughs and sings, 
Sees naught but sunshine glad. 

7 The sun that lights mine eyes 
Is Christ the Lord I love; 

I sing for joy of that which lies 
Stored up for me above. 

Paul Gerhardt, 1653. Tr. Catherine JVinkworth, 1855. a. 



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COMMUNION WITH CHRIST 
343 c. M. 

OW sweet the Name of Jesus sounds 
In a believer's ear! 
It soothes his sorrows, heals his wounds, 
And drives away his fear. 



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2 It makes the wounded spirit whole, 

And calms the troubled breast; 
'Tis manna to the hungry soul, 
And to the weary rest. 

3 Dear Name ! the rock on which I build, 

My shield and hiding-place; 
My never-failing treasury, filled 
With boundless stores of grace. 

4 Jesus! my Shepherd, Saviour, Friend, 

My Prophet, Priest, and King, 
My Lord, my Life, my Way, my End, 
Accept the praise I bring. 

5 Weak is the effort of my heart, 

And cold my warmest thought; 
But, when I see Thee as Thou art, 
I'll praise Thee as I ought. 

6 Till then, I would Thy love proclaim 

With every fleeting breath; 
And may the music of Thy Name 
Refresh my soul in death. 

John Newton, 1779. 

344 ii ii, ii ii. 

HOW firm a foundation, ye saints of the Lord, 
Is laid for your faith in His excellent Word! 
What more can He say than to you He hath said, 
You, who unto Jesus for refuge have fled? 



270 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

2 "Fear not, I am with thee: O be not dismayed! 
For I am thy God, and will still give thee aid; 

I'll strengthen thee, help thee, and cause thee to stand, 
Upheld by My righteous, omnipotent hand. 

3 "When through fiery trials thy pathway shall lie, 
My grace, all-sufficient, shall be thy supply: 
The flames shall not* hurt thee; I only design 
Thy dross to consume, and thy gold to refine. 

4 "E'en down to old age all My people shall prove 
My sovereign, eternal, unchangeable love; 

And then, when gray hairs shall their temples adorn, 
Like lambs they shall still in My bosom be borne. 

5 "The soul that on Jesus hath leaned for repose 
I will not — I cannot desert to His foes; 

That soul, though all hell should endeavor to shake, 
I'll never — no, never — no, never forsake!" 

"1£" in Rippons Selection, 1787. 
345 8 7, 8 7. 

THE King of love my Shepherd is, 
Whose goodness faileth never; 
I nothing lack if I am His 
And He is mine for ever. 

2- Where streams of living water flow 
My ransomed soul He leadeth. 
And, where the verdant pastures grow 
With food celestial feedeth. 

3 Perverse and foolish, oft I strayed, 
But yet in love He sought me, 
And on His shoulder gently laid, 
And home, rejoicing, brought me. 



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4 In death's dark vale I fear no ill 

With Thee, dear Lord, beside me, 
Thy rod and staff my comfort still, 
Thy Cross before to guide me. 

5 Thou spread's! a table in my sight; 

Thy unction grace bestoweth; - 
And O, what transport and delight 
From Thy pure chalice floweth ! 

6 And so through all the length of days 

Thy goodness faileth never; 
Good Shepherd ! may I sing Thy praise 
Within Thy house for ever. 

Henry Williams Baker, 1868. 



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346 8 8, 8 8, 8 8. 

IHOU hidden Love of God, Whose height, 
Whose depth unfathomed no man knows; 
I see from far Thy beauteous light, 

Inly I sigh for Thy repose. 
My heart is pained, nor can it be 
At rest, till it finds rest in Thee. 

Is there a thing beneath the sun 

That strives with Thee my heart to share? 

Ah, tear it thence, and reign alone, 
The Lord of every motion there; 

Then shall my heart from earth be free, 

When it hath found repose in Thee. 

Each moment draw from earth away 
My heart, that lowly waits Thy call; 

Speak to my inmost soul, and say: 
I am thy Love, thy God, thy All! 

To feel Thy power, to hear Thy voice, 

To taste Thy love, be all my choice. 

Gerhard Tersteegen, 1720. 

Tr. John Wesley, 1786. 

Revised, 1753. 



272 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

347 9 8,98,9 9. 

FRIEND of the weary, refresh us, 
And turn to us Thy loving face, 
With Thy sweet peace and pardon bless us, 

That sin may be destroyed by grace; 
O come, Thy sweet compassion showing, 
On our poor souls Thy grace bestowing. 

2 From Thee our only comfort cometh, 

Our strength and hope, O Lord of all; 
To Thee all power still belongeth 

To save and help us in each fall; 
Thy grace and pardon will deliver, 
And set us free from shame forever. 

3 As Thou did'st help the sick and weary, 

Who once were gathered at Thy side, 
'Mid earthly deserts, waste and dreary, 

In Thy sure aid we still confide; 
When evils come, our souls assailing, 
Send us Thy Word of grace unfailing. 

Ludwig Andreas Goiter, d. 1735. 
TV. John Caspar Mattes, 1914- St. 1 a. 



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348 8 8, 8 8 6. 

LOVE that wilt not let me go, 
I rest my weary soul in Thee; 
I give Thee back the life I owe, 
That in Thine ocean depths its flow 
May richer, fuller be. 



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O Light that folio west all my way, 

I yield my flickering torch to Thee; 
My heart restores its borrowed ray, 
That in Thy sunshine's blaze its day 
May brighter, fairer be. 



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Joy that seekest me through pain, 
I cannot close my heart to Thee; 

1 trace the rainbow through the rain, 
And feel the promise is not vain 

That morn shall tearless be. 

Cross that liftest up my head, 
I dare not ask to fly from thee; 

1 lay in dust life's glory dead, 

And from the ground there blossoms red 
Life that shall endless be. 

George Matheson, 18S2. 



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349 p m 

MORNING STAR, so pure, so bright, 
Shining with grace, and truth, and light, 
Thou blessed Root of Jesse ! 
O David's Son, of Jacob's race, 
My soul's Beloved, Thou King of Grace, 
My heart would fain embrace Thee ! 
Lovely, loving, 
Great and glorious, all- victorious, 

Rich in blessing, 
Rule and might o'er all possessing! 

2 Thou heavenly Brightness! Light Divine! 
O deep within my heart now shine, 

And make Thee there an altar! 
Fill me with joy and strength to be 
Thy member, ever joined to Thee 
In love that cannot falter; 
Toward Thee longing 
Doth possess me, turn and bless me, 

For Thy gladness 
Eye and heart here pine in sadness. 

3 O joy ! to know my precious Friend 
Is First, and Last, and without end, 



274 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

Sublime, divine, eternal; 
He will at length, O glorious grace! 
Transport me to that happy place, 
The home of bliss supernal. 
Amen, Amen. 
Quickly come, Thou King of Glory; 

Take me, Saviour, 
To Thy glorious Self for ever. 

Philipp Nicolai, 1599. 
Tr. Composite, 1916. 

350 cm. 

O CHRIST, Thou bright and morning Star, 
Now shed Thy light abroad; 
Shine on us from Thy throne afar 
With Thy pure glorious Word. 

2 O Jesus, Comfort of the poor, 

I lift my heart to Thee; 
I know Thy mercies still endure, 
And Thou wilt pity me. 

3 For Thou didst suffer for my soul, 

Her burdens to remove; 
O make me through Thy sorrows whole, 
Refresh me with Thy love. 

4 Then, Jesus, glory, honor, praise, 

I'll ever sing to Thee; 
And Thou at last my soul wilt raise 
To endless joys with Thee. 

Unknown, 1579. 
Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1858. a. 



351 8 8, 8 8, 8 8. 

ESUS, my Lord, my God, my All, 
Hear me, blest Saviour, when I call! 
Hear me, and from Thy dwelling-place 
Pour down the riches of Thy grace. 



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COMMrXIOX WITH CHRIST 275 

Jesus, my Lord, I Thee adore, 

O make me love Thee more and more. 

2 Jesus, too late I Thee have sought; 
How can I love Thee as I ought? 
And how extol Thy matchless fame, 
The glorious beauty of Thy Name? 
Jesus, my Lord, I Thee adore, 

O make me love Thee more and more. 

3 Jesus, what didst Thou find in me, 
That Thou hast dealt so lovingly? 

How great the joy that Thou hast brought, 

So far exceeding hope or thought ! 

Jesus, my Lord, I Thee adore, 

O make me love Thee more and more. 

4 Jesus, of Thee shall be my song, 
To Thee my heart and soul belong; 
All that I have or am is Thine, 

And Thou, blest Saviour, Thou art mine. 

Jesus, my Lord, I Thee adore, 

O make me love Thee more and more. 

Henry Collins, 185$. 



352 c. m 

JESUS, King most wonderful, 
Thou Conqueror renowned, 
Thou sweetness most ineffable, 
In Whom all joys are found! 



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2 When once Thou visitest the heart, 

Then truth begins to shine, 
Then earthly vanities depart, 
Then kindles love divine. 

3 O Jesus, Light of all below, 

Thou fount of life and fire, 
Surpassing all the joys we know. 
All that we can desire, — 



276 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

4 May every heart confess Thy Name, 

And ever Thee adore, 
And seeking Thee, itself inflame 
To seek Thee more and more. 

5 Thee may our tongues forever bless; 

Thee may we love alone; 

And ever in our lives express 

The image of Thine own. 

Bernard of Clairvaux, d. 1153. 
Tr. Edward Caswall, 1849. 



353 c m 

'ESUS! the very thought of Thee 
With sweetness fills the breast; 
But sweeter far Thy face to see, 
And in Thy presence rest. 



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2 Nor voice can sing, nor heart can frame, 

Nor can the memory find 
A sweeter sound than Thy blest Name, 
O Saviour of mankind ! 

3 O Hope of every contrite heart, 

O Joy of all the meek, 
To those who fall, how kind Thou art, 
How good to those who seek! 

4 But what to those who find? Ah, this 

Nor tongue nor pen can show; 
The love of Jesus, what it is, 
None but His loved ones know. 

5 Jesus, our only Joy be Thou, 

As Thou our Prize wilt be; 
Jesus, be Thou our Glory now 
And through eternity! 

Bernard of Clairvaux, d. 1151 
Tr. Edward Caswall, 181^i 



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L. M. 
ESUS, Thou Joy of loving hearts! 
Thou Fount of life ! Thou Light of men ! 
From the best bliss that earth imparts 
We turn unfilled to Thee again. 



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2 Thy truth unchanged hath ever stood; 

Thou savest those that on Thee call; 
To them that seek Thee, Thou art good, 
To them that find Thee, all in all. 

3 We taste Thee, O Thou living Bread, 

And long to feast upon Thee still; 
We drink of Thee, the Fountain-head, 
And thirst our souls from Thee to fill. 

4 Our restless spirits yearn for Thee, 

Where'er our changeful lot is cast; 
Glad, when Thy gracious smile we see, 
Blest, when our faith can hold Thee fast. 

5 O Jesus, ever with us stay; 

Make all our moments calm and bright; 
Chase the dark night of sin away, 
Shed o'er the world Thy holy light. 

Bernard of Clairvaux, d. 11 53. 
Tr. Ray Palmer, 18-58. 



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355 8 8, 8 8, 8 8. 

ESUS, Thy boundless love to me 
No thought can reach, no tongue declare; 
Unite my thankful heart to Thee, 
And reign without a rival there. 
Thine wholly. Thine alone I am; 
Be Thou alone my constant flame. 

2 O Love, how cheering is Thy ray ! 
All pain before Thy presence flies; 
Care, anguish, sorrow, melt away, 
Where'er Thy healing beams arise. 



278 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

O Jesus, nothing may I see, 
Nothing desire or seek, but Thee ! 

3 Unwearied, may I this pursue, 

Dauntless, to this high prize aspire; 
Hourly within my soul renew 

This holy flame, this heavenly fire; 
And day and night be all my care 
To guard this sacred treasure there! 

Paul Gerhardt, 1653. Tr. John Wesley, 1739. a. 



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356 8 8, 8 8, 8 8. 

DRAW me, Saviour, after Thee ! 
So shall I run and never tire. 
With gracious words still comfort me; 
Be Thou my Hope, my sole Desire. 
Free me from every weight : nor fear 
Nor sin can come, if Thou art here. 

2 From all eternity, with love 
Unchangeable, Thou hast me viewed. 

Ere knew this beating heart to move, 

Thy tender mercies me pursued. 
Ever with me may they abide, 
And close me in on every side. 

3 Still let Thy love point out my way; 
How wondrous things Thy love hath wrought! 

Still lead me, lest I go astray; 

Direct my work, inspire my thought; 
And if I fall, soon may I hear 
Thy voice, and know that love is near. 

4 In suffering be Thy love my peace, 
In weakness be Thy love my power; 

And when the storms of life shall cease, 

Jesus, in that important hour, 
In death as life be Thou my Guide, 
And save me, Who for me hast died! 

Paul Oerhardi, 165$. ft. John Wesley; 1739. a* 



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COMMUNION WITH CHRIST 279 



8 7, 8 7, 7 7. 



JESUS, Lord, and precious Saviour, 
All my comfort and my joy! 
Graciously extend Thy favor, 
Let Thy Word my soul employ, 
Jesus, come, abide with me, 
Let me ever be with Thee. 

2 What I do, 0, let me ever 

Jesus, in Thy Name begin; 
Give success to my endeavor, 

Final victory therein. 

Jesus, come, abide with me, 
Let me ever be with Thee. 

3 Let my words and thoughts, Saviour, 

To Thy praise and glory tend; 
Help me, Lord, that I may gather 

Treasures that shall never end. 
Jesus, come, abide with me, 
Let me ever be with Thee. 

4 When my days on earth are over, 

Let me gladly take my rest; 
May the time come, blessed Saviour, 

When to Thee it seemeth best. 
Jesus, come, abide with me, 
Let me ever be with Thee. 



Jacob Arrhenius, 1689. 
Tr. Augustus Nelson, 1891. 



L. M. 

JESUS, Thou wounded Lamb of God, 
O wash me in Thy cleansing Blood; 
Give me to know Thy love; then pain 
Is sweet, and life or death is gain. 



280 ^ THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

2 Take my poor heart, and let it be 
For ever closed to all but Thee. 

Seal Thou my breast, and let me wear 
That pledge of love for ever there. 

3 What are our works but sin and death, 
Till Thou Thy quickening Spirit breathe? 
Thou giv'st the power Thy grace to move; 
O wondrous grace ! O boundless love ! 

4 How can it be, Thou heavenly King, 
That Thou shouldst us to glory bring, 
Make slaves the partners of Thy throne, 
Decked with a never-fading crown? 

5 Ah, Lord, enlarge our scanty thought 

To know the wonders Thou hast wrought; 
Unloose our stammering tongues, to tell 
Thy love immense, unsearchable! 

Nicolaus Ludwig v. ZinzendorJ and Johann Nitschmann, 1735. 

Tr. John Wesley, 1740. a. 



359 l m 

JESUS, Lord of heavenly grace, 
Thou Brightness of Thy Father's face, 
Thou Fountain of eternal light, 
Whose beams disperse the shades of night! 



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2 Come, holy Sun of heavenly love, 
Send down Thy radiance from above; 
And to our inmost hearts convey 
The Holy Spirit's cloudless ray. 

3 May He our actions deign to bless, 
And loose the bonds of wickedness, 
From sudden falls our feet defend, 
And guide us safely to the end. 



COMMUNION WITH CHRIST 281 

4 May faith, deep-rooted in the soul, 
Subdue our flesh, our minds control; 
May guile depart, and discord cease, 
And all within be joy and peace. 

5 O hallowed thus be every day! 
Let meekness be our morning ray, 
And faithful love our noonday light, 
And hope our sunset, calm and bright. 

6 O Christ, with each returning morn, 
Thine image to our hearts is borne; 
O may we ever clearly see 

Our Saviour and our God in Thee ! 

Ambrose, d. 397. Tr. John Chandler, 1837. a. 



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360 664,6 6 64, 

Y faith looks up to Thee, 
Thou Lamb of Calvary, 
Saviour divine! 
Now hear me while I pray : 
. Take all my guilt away, 
O let me from this day 
Be wholly Thine. 

2 May Thy rich grace impart 
Strength to my fainting heart, 

My zeal inspire; 
As Thou hast died for me, 
O may my love to Thee, 
Pure, warm, and changeless be, 

A living fire. 

3 While life's dark maze I tread, 
And griefs around me spread, 

Be Thou my Guide; 
Bid darkness turn to day, 
Wipe sorrow's tears away, 
Nor let me ever stray 

From Thee aside. 



282 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

4 When ends life's transient dream, 
When death's cold sullen stream 

Shall o'er me roll; 
Blest Saviour, then, in love 
Fear and distrust remove; 
O bear me safe above, 
A ransomed soul. 

Ray Palmer, 1830. 
361 7 6, 7 6. D. 

O SAVIOUR, precious Saviour, 
Whom, yet unseen, we love; 
O Name of might and favor, 

All other names above; 
We worship Thee, we bless Thee, 

To Thee alone we sing; 
We praise Thee and confess Thee, 
Our Holy Lord and King. 

2 Bringer of salvation, 

Who wondrously hast wrought, 
Thyself the revelation 

Of Love beyond our thought; 
We worship Thee, we bless Thee, 

To Thee alone we sing; 
We praise Thee and confess Thee, 

Our Gracious Lord and King. 

3 In Thee all fullness dwelleth, 

All grace and power divine; 
The glory that excelleth, 

O Son of God, is Thine. . ■ 

We worship Thee, we bless Thee, 

To Thee alone we sing; 
We praise Thee and confess Thee, 

Our Glorious Lord and King. 






COMMUNION WITH CHRIST 283 

O grant the consummation 

Of this our song above, 
In endless adoration 

And everlasting love; 
Then shall we praise and bless Thee 

Where perfect praises ring, 
And evermore confess Thee, 

Our Saviour and our King. 

Frances Ridley Haver gal, 1870. 



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362 7 6,7 6.D. 

BLESSED Sun whose splendor 
Dispels the shades of night; 

Jesus, my Defender, 
My soul's supreme delight, 

Though fortune should bereave me 

Of all I love the best, 
If Thou Thy love still leave me, 

I freely give the rest. 

2 I know no life divided, 
O Lord of life, from Thee; 

In Thee is life provided 
For all mankind and me; 

1 know no death, O Jesus, 
Because I live in Thee; 

Thy death it is which frees us 
From death eternally. 

3 I fear no tribulation, 
Since, whatso'er it be, 

It makes no separation 

Between my Lord and me, 
If Thou, my God and Teacher, 

Vouchsafe to be my own, 
Though poor, I .shall be richer 

Than monarch on his throne, 



284 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

4 If, while on earth I wander, 

My heart is light and blest, 
Ah, what shall I be yonder, 

In perfect peace and rest? 
O blessed thought in dying! 

We go to meet the Lord, 
Where there shall be no sighing, 

A kingdom our reward. 

Karl Johann Philipp Svitta, 1833. 
Tr. Richard Massie, 1860. 



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363 7 6, 7 6. D, 

ESUS, Thy love unbounded, 
So full, so sweet, so free, 
Leaves all our thoughts confounded, 

Whene'er we think of Thee. 
For us Thou cam'st from heaven, 

For us didst bleed and die, 
That, ransomed and forgiven, 
We might ascend on high. 

2 We know that Thou hast bought us, 
And washed us in Thy Blood; 

We know Thy grace hath brought us 

As kings and priests to God, 
We know that the blest morning, 

Long looked for, draweth near, 
When we, at Thy returning, 

In glory shall appear. 

3 O let Thy love constrain us 
To give our hearts to Thee; 

Let nothing please or pain us, 

Apart, O Lord, from Thee; 
Our joy, our one endeavor, 

Through suffering, conflict, shame, 
To serve Thee, gracious Saviour, 

And magnify Thy Name. 

BoswortKs Hymns, 1865, 



COMMUNION WITH CHRIST 285 

364 8 8, 8 8, 8 8. 

OLOVE, Who formedst me to wear 
The image of Thy Godhead here; 
Who soughtest me with tender care 

Through all my wanderings wild and drear; 
Love, I give myself to Thee, 
Thine ever, only Thine to be. 

2 Love, Who ere life's earliest morn 

On me Thy choice hast gently cast; 
O Love, Who here as man wast born, 

And wholly like to us wast made; 
O Love, I give myself to Thee, 
Thine ever, only Thine to be. 

3 Love, Who once in time wast slain, 

Pierced through and through with bitter woe; 
O Love, Who wrestling thus didst gain 

That we eternal joy might know; 
O Love, I give myself to Thee, 
Thine ever, only Thine to be. 

4 O Love, W r ho once shalt bid me rise 

From out this dying life of ours; 
O Love, Who once o'er yonder skies 

Shalt set me in the fadeless bowers; 
O Love, I give myself to Thee, 
Thine ever, only Thine to be. 

Johann Schcffler, 1657. 
Tr. Catherine Winhvorth, 1858. 



365 c.m.d. 

HEARD the voice of Jesus say : 
"Come unto Me and rest; 
Lay down, thou weary one, lay down 
Thy head upon My breast." 



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286 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

I came to Jesus as I was, 

Weary, and worn, and sad; 
I found in Him a resting-place, 

And He hath made me glad. 

2 I heard the voice of Jesus say: 

"Behold, I freely give 
The living water, thirsty one, 

Stoop down, and drink, and live." 
I came to Jesus and I drank 

Of that life-giving stream; 
My thirst was quenched, my soul revived, 

And now I live in Him. 

3 I heard the voice of Jesus say: 

"I am this dark world's Light; 
Look unto Me, thy morn shall rise, 

And all thy day be bright." 
I looked to Jesus, and I found 

In Him my Star, my Sun; 
And in that Light of life I'll walk, 

Till traveling days are done. 

Horatius Bonar, 18^6. 



366 l m 

'Y Hope, my All, my Saviour Thou! 
To Thee, O Lord, my soul I bow. 
I seek the bliss, Thy wounds impart, 
I long to find Thee in my heart. 



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2 Be Thou my Strength, be Thou my Way, 
Protect me through my life's short day; 
In all my acts let wisdom guide, 

And keep me, Saviour, near Thy side. 

3 Correct, reprove, and comfort me; 
As I have need, my Saviour be; 
And if I would from Thee depart, 
Then clasp me, Saviour, to Thy heart. 



COMMUNION WITH CHRIST 287 

In fierce temptation's darkest hour, 
Save me from sin and Satan's power; 
Tear every idol from Thy throne, 
And reign, my Saviour, reign alone. 

Unknown, 177$. 



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367 7 6, 7 6. D. 

NEED Thee, precious Jesus, 

For I am full of sin; 
My soul is dark and guilty, 

My heart is dead within; 
I need the cleansing fountain 

Where I can always flee, 
The Blood of Christ most precious, 

The sinner's perfect plea. 

2 I need Thee, precious Jesus, 
For I am very poor; 

A stranger and a pilgrim, 

I have no earthly store. 
I need the love of Jesus 

To cheer me on my way, 
To guide my doubting footsteps, 

To be my strength and stay. 

3 I need Thee, precious Jesus; 
I need a Friend like Thee, 

A Friend to soothe and pity, 

A Friend to care for me. 
I need the heart of Jesus 

To feel each anxious care, 
To tell my every trouble 

And all my sorrow share. 

Frederick Whitfield, 1855. 

CM. 
IHOU art the Way; to Thee alone 
From sin and death we flee; 
And he who would the Father seek 
Must seek Him, Lord, by Thee. 



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288 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

2 Thou art the Truth; Thy Word alone 

True wisdom can impart; 
Thou only canst inform the mind, 
And purify the heart. 

3 Thou art the Life; the rending tomb 

Proclaims Thy conquering arm; 
And those who put their trust in Thee 
Nor death nor hell shall harm. 

4 Thou art the Way, the Truth, the Life; 

Grant us that Way to know, 
That Truth to keep, that Life to win, 
Whose joys eternal flow. 

George Washington Doane, 182h. 



369 s. m. 

LEST are the pure in heart, 
For they shall see their God; 
The secret of the Lord is theirs, 
Their soul is Christ's abode. 



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2 The Lord Who left the sky 

Our life and peace to bring, 
And dwell in lowliness with men, 
Their Pattern and their King; 

3 He to the lowly soul 

Doth still Himself impart, 
And for His dwelling and His throne 
Chooseth the pure in heart. 

4 Lord, we Thy presence seek, 

Ours may this blessing be; 
Give us the pure and lowly heart, 
A temple meet for Thee! 

St 1, 3, John Keble, 1819. 
St. 2, L Mitre Hymn Book, 1835. 



COMMUNION WITH CHRIST 289 

370 7 7, 7 7. 

OBD, to whom except to Thee 
Shall our wandering spirits go, 
Thee Whom it is light to see, 
And eternal life to know? 



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2 Lord, to whom except to Thee 

Shall we go when ills betide? 
Who except Thyself can be 

Hope and help and strength and guide? 

3 Who can cleanse the soul from sin, 

Hear the prayer, and seal the vow? 
Who can fill the void within, 
Blessed Saviour, who but Thou? 

4 Therefore evermore I'll give 

Thanks and praise, my God, to Thee; 
Evermore in Thee I live, 
• Evermore live Thou in me. 

John Samuel Beuiey Monsell, 1S63. 



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371 7 7, 7 7. D. 

ESUS, Lover of my soul, 
Let me to Thy bosom fly, 
While the nearer waters roll, 

While the tempest still is high; 
Hide me, O my Saviour, hide, 
Till the storm of life is past; 
Safe into the haven guide, 
O receive my soul at last. 

2 Other refuge have I none; 

Hangs my helpless soul on Thee; 
Leave, ah, leave me not alone, 
Still support and comfort me. 



290 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

All my trust on Thee is stayed, 
All my help from Thee I bring; 

Cover my defenceless head 

With the shadow of Thy wing. 

3 Thou, O Christ, art all I want; 

More than all in Thee I find. 
Raise. the fallen, cheer the faint, 

Heal the sick, and lead the blind. 
Just and holy is Thy Name, 

I am all unrighteousness; 
False and full of sin I am, 

Thou art full of truth and grace. 

4 Plenteous grace with Thee is found, 

Grace to cover all my sin; 
Let the healing streams abound; 

Make and keep me pure within. 
Thou of life the Fountain art, 

Freely let me take of Thee; 
Spring Thou up within my heart, 

Rise to all eternity. 

Charles Wesley, 17 W- 

372 6 6 4, 6 6 6 4. 

ESUS, Thy Name I love, 

All other names above, 
Jesus, my Lord! 
Oh, Thou art all to me! 
Nothing to please I see, 
Nothing apart from Thee, 
Jesus, my Lord! 

2 Thou, blessed Son of God, 

Hast bought me with Thy blood, 

Jesus, my Lord! 
Oh, how great is Thy love, 
All other loves above, 
Love that I daily prove, 

Jesus, my Lord! 



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3 When unto Thee I flee, 
Thou wilt my refuge be, 

Jesus, my Lord! 
What need I now to fear? 
What earthly grief or care, 
Since Thou art ever near, 

Jesus, my Lord! 

4 Soon Thou wilt come again ! 
I shall be happy then, 

Jesus, my Lord! 
Then Thine own face I'll see, 
Then I shall like Thee be, 
Then evermore with Thee, 

Jesus, my Lord! 

James George Deck, 18 '$2. 
373 8 8, 8 8, 8 8. 

LIGHT, Whose beams illumine all 
From twilight dawn to perfect day, 

Shine Thou before the shadows fall 
That lead our wandering feet astray; • 

At morn and eve Thy radiance pour, 

That youth may love and age adore. 

O Way, through Whom our souls draw near 

To yon eternal home of peace, 
Where perfect love shall cast out fear, 

And earth's vain toil and wandering cease; 
In strength or weakness may we see 
Our heavenward path, O Lord, through Thee. 

O Truth, before Whose shrine we bow, 
Thou priceless pearl for all who seek, 

To Thee our earliest strength we vow, 
Thy love will bless the pure and meek; 

When dreams or mists beguile our sight, 

Turn Thou our darkness into light. 



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4 O Life, the well that ever flows, 

To slake the thirst of those who faint, 
Thy power to bless what seraph knows? 

Thy joy supreme what words can paint? 
In earth's last hour of fleeting breath 
Be Thou our conqueror over death. 

5 O Light, O Way, Q Truth, O Life, 

O Jesus, born mankind to save, 
Give Thou Thy peace in deadliest strife, 

Shed Thou Thy calm on stormiest wave; 
Be Thou our Hope, our Joy, our Head, 
Lord of the living and the dead. 

Edward Hayes Plumptre, 186 k- 

374 s. m. 

ESUS, I live to Thee, 



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The loveliest and best; 
My life in Thee, Thy life in me, 
In Thy blest love I rest. 

2 Jesus, I die to Thee; 

Whenever death shall come, 
To die in Thee is life to me, 
In my eternal home. 

3 Whether to live or die, 

I know not which is best; 
To live in Thee is bliss to me, 
To die is endless rest. 

4 Living or dying, Lord, 

I ask but to be Thine; 
My life in Thee, Thy life in me, 
Makes heaven for ever mine. 

Henry Harbaugh, 1850. 



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CHRISTIAN SERVICE 

375 7 7, 7 7, 7 7. 

ESUS, Master, Whose I am, 
Purchased, Thine alone to be, 
By Thy Blood, O spotless Lamb, 

Shed so willingly for me, 
Let my heart be all Thine own, 
Let me live for Thee alone. 

2 Other lords have long held sway; 
Now, Thy Name alone to bear, 

Thy dear voice alone obey, 

Is my daily, hourly prayer: 
Whom have I in heaven but Thee? 
Nothing else my joy can be. 

3 Jesus, Master, I am Thine : 
Keep me faithful, keep me near; 

Let Thy presence in me shine, 

All my homeward way to cheer. 
Jesus, at Thy feet I fall, 
be Thou my all in all. 

4 Jesus, Master, Whom I serve, 
Though so feebly and so ill, 

Strengthen hand and heart and nerve 

All Thy bidding to fulfill; 
Open Thou mine eyes to see 
All the work Thou hast for me. 

5 Lord, Thou needest not, I know, 
Service such as I can bring; 

Yet I long to prove and show 
Full allegiance to my King. 
Thou an honor art to me; 
Let me be a praise to Thee. 



294 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

6 Jesus, Master, wilt Thou use 

One who owes Thee more than all? 

As Thou wilt! I would not choose; 
Only let me hear Thy call. 

Jesus, let me always be 

In Thy service glad and free. 

Frances Ridley Eavergal, 1865. 

376 s. m. 

A CHARGE to keep I have, 
A God to glorify, 
A never-dying soul to save, 
And fit it for the sky; 

2 To serve the present age, 

My calling to fulfill; 
O may it all my powers engage 
To do my Master's will! 

3 Arm me with jealous care, 

As in Thy sight to live; 
And O, Thy servant, Lord, prepare 
A strict account to give ! 

4 Help me to watch and pray, 

And on Thyself rely, 
Assured, if I my trust betray, 
I shall for ever die. 

Charles Wesley, 1762, 

377 s. m. 

"E servants of the Lord, 
Each in his office wait, 
Observant of His heavenly Word, 
And watchful at His gate. 



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2 Let all your lamps be bright, 
And trim the golden flame; 
Gird up your loins, as in His sight, 
For awful is His Name. 



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3 Watch! 'tis your Lord's command, 

And while we speak, He's near; 
Mark the first signal of His hand, 
And ready all appear. 

4 O happy servant he, 

In such a posture found! 
He shall his Lord with rapture see, 
And be with honor crowned. 

Philip Doddridge, d. 1751. 



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378 cm. 

Mia soldier of the Cross, 
A follower of the Lamb, 
And shall I fear to own His cause, 
Or blush to speak His Name? 

2 Must I be carried to the skies 
On flowery beds of ease, 

While others fought to win the prize, 
And sailed through bloody seas? 

3 Are there no foes for me to face? 
Must I not stem the flood? 

Is this vain world a friend to grace, 
To help me on to God? 

4 Sure I must fight, if I would reign; 
Increase my courage, Lord; 

I'll bear the toil, endure the pain, 
Supported by Thy Word. 

5 Thy saints, in all this glorious war, 
Shall conquer, though they die; 

They see the triumph from afar, 
By faith they bring it nigh. 

6 When that illustrious day shall rise, 
And all Thine armies shine 

In robes of victory through the skies, 
The glory shall be Thine. 

I mac Watts, 112k. a. 



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379 6 5, 6 5. D. 

JNTWARD, Christian soldiers, 
Marching as to war, 
With the Cross of Jesus 

Going on before. 
Christ, the royal Master, 
Leads against the foe; 
Forward into battle, 
See, His banners go! 

Onward, Christian soldiers, 

Marching as to war, 
With the Cross of Jesus 

Going on before. 

2 Like a mighty army, 
Moves the Church of God: 

Brothers, we are treading 

Where the saints have trod. 
We are not divided, 

All one body we, 
One in hope and doctrine, 

One in charity. 

3 Crowns and thrones may perish, 
Kingdoms rise and wane, 

But the Church of Jesus 

Constant will remain. 
Gates of hell can never 

'Gainst that Church prevail; 
We have Christ's own promise, 

And that cannot fail. 

4 Onward, then, ye faithful, 
Join our happy throng, 

Blend with ours your voices, 
In the triumph-song; 



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Glory, laud, and honor, 

Unto Christ the King; 
This, through countless ages, 

Men and angels sing. 

Sabine Baring-Gould, 1865. 

CM. 

WAKE, my soul, stretch every nerve, 
And press with vigor on; 
A heavenly race demands thy zeal, 
And an immortal crown, 



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2 A cloud of witnesses around 

Hold thee in full survey; 
Forget the steps already trod, 
And onward urge thy way. 

3 'Tis God's all-animating voice 

That calls thee from on high; 
'Tis His own hand presents the prize 
To thine aspiring eye; 

4 That prize with peerless glories bright, 

Which shall new lustre boast 
When victors' wreaths and monarchs' gems 
Shall blend in common dust. 

5 Blest Saviour, introduced by Thee, 

Have I my race begun; 
And crowned with victory, at Thy feet 
I'll lay my honors down. 

Philip Doddridge, d. 1751. 



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381 6 G 4, 6 6 4. 

THOU best Gift of Heaven! 
Thou Who Thyself hast given, — 
For Thou hast died'. 
This hast Thou done for me; 
What have I done for Thee, 
Thou Crucified? 



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2 I long to serve Thee more; — 
Reveal an open door, 

Saviour, to me; 
Then, counting all but loss, 
I'll glory in Thy Cross, 

And follow Thee. 

3 Do Thou but point the way, 
And give me strength t' obey; 

Thy will be mine; 
Then can I think it joy 
To suffer or to die, 

Since I am Thine. 



Nicholls, 1837. 



382 7 7,7 7. 

IAKE my life, and let it be 
Consecrated, Lord, to Thee; 
Take my moments and my days, 
Let them flow in ceaseless praise. 



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2 Take my hands, and let them move 
At the impulse of Thy love; 

Take my feet, and let them be 
Swift and beautiful for Thee. 

3 Take my voice, and let me sing 
Always, only, for my King; 
Take my lips, and let them be 
Filled with messages from Thee. 

4 Take my silver and my gold, 
Not a mite would I withhold; 
Take my intellect, and use 
Every power as Thou shalt choose. 

5 Take my will and make it Thine; 
It shall be no longer mine; 
Take my heart, it is Thine own; 
It shall be Thy royal throne. 



CHRISTIAN SERVICE 299 

6 Take my love; my Lord, I pour 
At Thy feet its treasured store; 
Take myself, and I will be, 
Ever, only, all, for Thee. 

Frances Ridley Haver gal, 187 It. 

383 c. m. d. 

THE Son of God goes forth to war, 
A kingly crown to gain; 
His blood-red banner streams afar; — 

Who follows in His train? 
Who best can drink His cup of woe, 

Triumphant over pain, 
Who patient bears his cross below, 
He follows in His train. 

2 The martyr first, whose eagle eye 

Could pierce beyond the grave, 
Who saw his Master in the sky, 

And called on Him to save; 
Like Him, with pardon on his tongue, 

In midst of mortal pain, 
He prayed for them that did the wrong, — 

Who follows in his train? 

3 A glorious band, the chosen few, 

On whom the Spirit came, 
Twelve valiant saints, their hope they knew, 

And mocked the cross and flame. 
They met the tyrant's brandished steel, 

The lion's gory mane; 
They bowed their necks the death to feel; — 

Who follows in their train? 

4 A noble army — men and boys, 

The matron and the maid, 
Around the Saviour's throne rejoice 
In robes of light arrayed. 



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They climbed the steep ascent of heaven 

Through peril, toil, and pain! 
O God! to us may grace be given 

To follow in their train! 

Reginald Heber, d. 1826. 

384 s. m. 

SOLDIERS of Christ, arise 
And put your armor on, 
Strong in the strength which God supplies 
Through His eternal Son; 

2 Strong in the Lord of Hosts, 

And in His mighty power; 
Who in the strength of Jesus trusts 
Is more than conqueror. 

3 Stand, then, in His great might, 

With all His strength endued; 
But take, to arm you for the fight, 
The panoply of God. 

4 From strength to strength go on, 

Wrestle, and fight, and pray; 
Tread all the powers of darkness down, 
And win the well-fought day; 

5 That having all things done, 

And all your conflicts past, 
Ye may o'ercome through Christ alone, 
And stand entire at last. 

Charles Wesley, 1749. 



385 \. 8 8 8,4. 

LORD of heaven and earth and sea, 
To Thee all praise and glory be; 
How shall we show our love to Thee, 
Who givest all? 



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CHRISTIAN SERVICE 301 

2 The golden sunshine, vernal air, 
Sweet flowers and fruit Thy love declare, 
When harvests ripen, Thou art there, 

Who givest all. 

3 For peaceful homes, and healthful days, 
For all the blessings earth displays, 
We owe Thee thankfulness and praise, 

Who givest all. 

4 Thou didst not spare Thine only Son, 
But gav'st Him for a world undone, 
And freely with that blessed One, 

Thou givest all. 

5 Thou giv'st the Holy Spirit's dower, 
Spirit of life and love and power, 
And dost His sevenfold graces shower 

Upon us all. 

6 For souls redeemed, for sins forgiven, 
For means of grace and hopes of heaven, 
Father, w^hat can to Thee be given, 

Who givest all? 

7 We lose what on ourselves we spend; 
We have as treasure without end 
Whatever, Lord, to Thee w^e lend, 

Who givest all. 

8 To Thee, from Whom we all derive 
Our life, our gifts, our power to give, 
O may we ever with Thee live, 

Who givest all. 

Christopher Wordsworth, 1863. 

386 6 6, 6 6. D. 

HINE Thou upon us, Lord, 
True Light of men, to-day, 
And through the written Word 
Thy very self display; 



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That so from hearts which burn 

With gazing on Thy face, 
Thy little ones may learn 

The wonders of Thy grace. 

2 Breathe Thou upon us, Lord, 

Thy Spirit's living flame, 
That so with one accord 

Our lips may tell Thy Name; 
Give Thou the hearing ear, 

Fix Thou the wandering thought, 
That those we teach may hear 

The great things Thou hast wrought. 

3 Speak Thou for us, O Lord, 

In all we say of Thee; 
According to Thy Word 

Let all our teaching be; 
That so Thy lambs may know 

Their own true Shepherd's voice, 
Where'er He leads them go, 

And in His love rejoice. 

4 Live Thou within us, Lord; 

Thy mind and will be ours; 
Be Thou beloved, adored, 

And served with all our powers; 
That so our lives may teach 

Thy children what Thou art, 
And plead, by more than speech, 

For Thee with every heart. 

John Ellerton, 1889. 



387 s. m. 

E give Thee but Thine own, 
Whate'er the gift may be; 
All that we have is Thine alone, 
A trust, O Lord, from Thee. 



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2 May we Thy bounties thus 

As stewards true receive, 
And gladly, as Thou blessest us, 
To Thee our first-fruits give. 

3 O hearts are bruised and dead, 

And homes are bare and cold, 
And lambs for whom the Shepherd bled 
Are straying from the fold. 

4 To comfort and to bless, 

To find a balm for woe, 
To tend the lone and fatherless, 
Is angels' work below. 

5 The captive to release, 

The lost to God to bring, 
To teach the way of life and peace, — 
It is a Christ-like thing. 

6 And we believe Thy Word, 

Though dim our faith may be; 
Whate'er for Thine we do, O Lord, 
We do it unto Thee. 

William Walsham How, c. 1858. 



CROSS AND COMFORT 

S. M. 

WHAT, if we are Christ's, 
Is earthly shame or loss? 
Bright shall the crown of glory be 
When we have borne the cross. 



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2 Keen was the trial once, 
Bitter the cup of woe, 
When martyred saints, baptized in blood, 
Christ's sufferings shared below. 



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3 Bright is their glory now, 

Boundless their joy above, 
Where on the bosom of their God 
They rest in perfect love. 

4 Lord, may that grace be ours, 

Like them in faith to bear 
All that of sorrow, grief or pain 
May be our portion here. 

5 Enough if Thou at last 

The word of blessing give, 
And let us rest in Thine own home, 
Where saints and angels live. 

6 All glory, Lord, to Thee, 

Whom heav'n and earth adore; 
To Father, Son and Holy Ghost, 
One God for evermore. 

Henry Williams Baker, 1852. a. 



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389 8 7, 8 7, 7 7. 

k NE there is above all others, 
Well deserves the name of Friend; 
His is love beyond a brother's, 

Costly, free, and knows no end; 
They who once His kindness prove 
Find it everlasting love. 

2 Which of all our friends, to save us, 
Could or would have shed his blood? 

But this Savour died to have us 

Reconciled in Him to God; 
This was boundless love indeed; 
Jesus is a Friend in need. 

3 When He lived on earth abased, 
"Friend of sinners" was His name; 

Now, above all glory raised, 
He rejoices in the same; 



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Still He calls them brethren, friends, 
And to all their wants attends. 

4 O for grace our hearts to soften! 

Teach us, Lord, at length to love. 
We, alas! forget too often 

What a Friend we have above; 
But, when home our souls are brought, 
We will love Thee as we ought. 

John Sewton, 1779. 
8 7, 8 7. D. 

JESUS, I my cross have taken, 
All to leave and follow Thee; 
Destitute, despised, forsaken, 

Thou from hence my All shalt be. 
Perish every fond ambition, 

All I've sought, or hoped, or known; 
Yet how rich is my condition: 

God and heaven are still my own. 

Man may trouble and distress me, 

'Twill but drive me to Thy breast; 
Life with trials hard may press me, 

Heaven will bring me sweeter rest. 
O, 'tis not in grief to harm me, 

While Thy love is left to me; 
O, 'twere not in joy to charm me, 

Were that joy unmixed with Thee. 

Take, my soul, thy full salvation; 

Rise o'er sin, and fear, and care; 
Joy to find in every station, 

Something still to do or bear. 
Think what Spirit dwells within thee, 

What a Father's smile is thine, 
What a Saviour died to win thee; 

Child of heaven, shouldst thou repine? 



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4 Haste, then, on from grace to glory, 

Armed by faith and winged by prayer; 
Heaven's eternal day's before thee, 

God's own hand shall guide thee there. 
Soon shall close thine earthly mission, 

Swift shall pass thy pilgrim days; 
Hope soon change to glad fruition, 

Faith to sight, and prayer to praise. 

Henry Francis Lyle, 182 J/. 



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391 6 5, 6 5. D. 

"N the hour of trial, 
Jesus, plead for me, 
Lest by base denial, 

I depart from Thee; 
When Thou seest me waver, 

With a look recall, 
Nor for fear or favor 
Suffer me to fall. 

2 With forbidden pleasures 
Should this vain world charm, 

Or its tempting treasures 

Spread,, to work me harm, 
Bring to my remembrance 

Sad Gethsemane, 
Or, in darker semblance, 

Cross-crowned Calvary. 

3 Should Thy mercy send me 
Sorrow, toil, and woe; 

Or should pain attend me 

On my path below; 
Grant that I may never 

Fail Thy hand to see; 
Grant that I may ever 

Cast my care on Thee. 



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4 When niy last hour cometh, 

Fraught with strife and pain, 
When ray dust returneth 

To the dust again; 
On Thy truth relying 

Through that mortal strife, 
Jesus, take me, dying, 

To eternal life. 

James Montgomery, 183$. 
Revised. by Frances A. Hutton, c. 1875. 

2 8 8 8, 6. 

OTHOU, the contrite sinners' Friend, 
Who, loving, lov'st them to the end, 
On this alone my hopes depend, 
That Thou wilt plead for me. 

2 When, weary in the Christian race, 
Far off appears my resting place, 
And fainting, I mistrust Thy grace, 

Then, Saviour, plead for me. 

3 When I have erred and gone astray, 
Afar from Thine and wisdom's way, 
And see no glimmering, guiding ray, 

Still, Saviour, plead for me. 

4 When Satan, by my sins made bold, 
Strives from Thy Cross to loose my hold, 
Then with Thy pitying arms enfold, 

And plead, O plead for me ! 

5 And when my dying hour draws near, 
O'ercast with sorrow, pain and fear, 
Then to my fainting si^lit appear, 

Pleading in heaven for me. 

Charlotte Elliott, 1835. a. 



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393 6 6, 6 6. 

THY way, not mine, O Lord, 
However dark it be! 
Lead me by Thine own hand; 
Choose out the path for me. 

2 Smooth let it be or rough, 

It will be still the best; 
Winding or straight, it leads 
Right onward to Thy rest. 

3 I dare not choose my lot; 

I would not, if I might; 
Choose Thou for me, my God; 
So shall I walk aright. 

4 Choose Thou for me my friends, 

My sickness or my health; 
Choose Thou my cares for me, 
My poverty or wealth. 

5 Not mine, not mine the choice, 

In things or great or small 
Be Thou my Guide, my Strength, 
My wisdom and my all. 

Horatius Bonar, 1857* 

394 c m 

OTHOTJ, from Whom all goodness flows, 
I lift my heart to Thee; 
In all my sorrows, conflicts, woes, 
Good Lord, remember me ! 

2 When on my aching, burdened heart 
My sins lie heavily, 
My pardon speak, new peace impart; 
Good Lord, remember me! 



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3 When trials sore obstruct my way, 

And ills I cannot flee; 
O let my strength be as my day; 
Good Lord, remember me! 

4 When in the solemn hour of death 

I wait Thy just decree; 
Be this the prayer of my last breath: 
Good Lord; remember me ! 

5 And when before Thy throne I stand 

And lift my soul to Thee, 
Then, with the saints at Thy right hand, 
Good Lord, remember me! 

Thomas Eaweis, 1791. 



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395 6 6,6 6. D. 

Y Jesus, as Thou wilt! 
O may Thy will be mine! 
Into Thy hand of love 

I would my all resign. 
Through sorrow or through joy 

Conduct me as Thine own, 
And help me still to say: 
My Lord, Thy will be done! 

2 My Jesus, as Thou wilt ! 
If needy here and poor, 

Give me Thy people's bread, 
Their portion rich and sure. 

The manna of Thv Word 

*/ 

Let my soul feed upon; 
And if all else should fail, 
My Lord, Thy will be done! 

3 My Jesus, as Thou wilt! 
Though seen through many a tear, 

Let not my star of hope 
Grow dim or disappear; 



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Since Thou on earth hast wept 

And sorrowed oft alone, 
If I must weep with Thee, 

My Lord, Thy will be done! 

4 My Jesus, as Thou wilt! 

When death itself draws nigh, 
To Thy dear wounded side 

I would for refuge fly. 
Leaning on Thee to go 

Where Thou before hast gone; 
The rest as Thou shalt please: 

My Lord, Thy will be done! 

5 My Jesus, as Thou wilt ! 

All shall be well for me; 
Each changing future scene 

I gladly trust with Thee. 
Thus to my home above 

I travel calmly on, 
And sing, in life or death: 

My Lord, Thy will be done! 

Benjamin Schmolck, 110k. 
Tr. Jane Borthwick, 185\. 



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396 c.m.d. 

IHOU art my hiding-place, O Lord! 
In Thee I put my trust, 
Encouraged by Thy holy Word, 

A feeble child of dust. 
I have no argument beside, 

I urge no other plea; 
And 'tis enough the Saviour died, 
My Saviour died for me. 

2 When storms of fierce temptations beat, 
And furious foes assail, 
My refuge is the mercy-seat, 
My hope within the veil. 



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From strife of tongues and bitter words 

My spirit flies to Thee; 
Joy to my heart the thought affords: 

My Saviour died for me. 

'Mid trials heavy to be borne, 

When mortal strength is vain, 
A heart with grief and anguish torn, 

A body racked with pain; 
Ah, what could give the sufferer rest, 

Bid every murmur flee, 
But this, the witness in my breast: 

My Saviour died for me? 

And when Thy awful voice commands 

This body to decay, 
And life, in its last lingering sands, 

Is ebbing fast away, 
Then, though it be in accents weak, 

And faint and tremblingly, 
O give me strength in death to speak: 

My Saviour died for me. 

Thomas Raffles, 1833. 



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397 6 7, 6 7, 6 6, 6 6. 

10RSAKE me not, my God, 
Thv gracious hand extend me ! 
O Father, lead Thy child; 

Where'er I go, defend me! 
My steps are turned towards home; 

Lighten the darksome road: 
My Guide, my Guard, my All; 
Forsake me not, my God! 

2 Forsake me not, my God! 

Restrain, confirm, direct me, 
Control my tottering feet, 
From sinful falls protect me; 



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The Holy Spirit grant; 

And, 'neath the heaviest load, 
Be Thou my Strength and Stay;, 
Forsake me not, my God! 

3 Forsake me not, my God! 

In every trying hour, 

King of kings, be nigh 
With Thy resistless power! 

Against the tempter's arts, 

Thy mighty aid afford, 
That I may never yield; 
Forsake me not, my God! 

4 Forsake me not, my God! 

Help me, Thy Word believing, 
To keep through life Thy faith, 
In death Thy crown receiving. 

1 long to see Thy face, 

To dwell in Thine abode, 
To know Thee as Thou art; 
Forsake me not, my God! 

Salomo Franch, VII \. 
Tr. Henry Eyster Jacobs, 1912. 



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398 9 8,9 8,88. 

F thou but suffer God to guide thee, 
And hope in Him through all thy ways, 
He'll give thee strength, what^'er betide thee, 

And bear thee through the evil days; 
Who trusts in God's unchanging love 
Builds on the rock that naught can move. 

2 What can these anxious cares avail thee, 
These never-ceasing moans and sighs? 

What can it help, if thou bewail thee 
O'er each dark moment as it flies? 

Our cross and trials do but press 

The heavier for our bitterness. 



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3 All are alike before the Highest; 

'Tis easy to our God, we know, 
To raise thee up though low thou liest, 

To make the rich man poor and low; 
True wonders still by Him are wrought 
Who setteth up and brings to naught. 

4 Sing, pray, and keep His ways unswerving, 

So do thine own part faithfully, 
And trust His Word; — though undeserving, 

Thou yet shalt find it true for thee; 
God never yet forsook at need 
The soul that trusted Him indeed. 

Georg Neumark, 1657. 
Tr. Catherine W ink worth, 1855, 1863. 

399 s. m. d. 

COMMIT thou all thy griefs 
And ways into His hands, 
To His sure truth and tender care, 

Who earth and heaven commands, 
Who points the clouds their course, 

Whom winds and seas obey; - 
He shall direct thy wandering feet, 
He shall prepare thy way. 

2 Thou on the Lord rely, 

So safe shalt thou go on; 
Fix on His work thy steadfast eye, 

So shall thy work be done. 
No profit canst thou gain 

By self -consuming care; 
To Him commend thy cause; His ear 

Attends the softest prayer. 

3 Thy everlasting truth, 

Father, Thy ceaseless love, 
Sees all Thy children's wants, and knows 
What best for each will prove. 



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And whatsoe'er Thou wilFst, 

Thou dost, O King of kings! 
What Thy unerring wisdom chose, 

Thy power to being brings. 

4 Thou everywhere hast sway, 

And all things serve Thy might; 
Thy every act pure blessing is, 

Thy path unsullied light. 
When Thou arisest, Lord, 

What shall Thy work withstand? 
When all Thy children want, Thou giv'st; 

Who, who shall stay Thy hand? 

Paul Gerhardt, 1653. 
Tr. John Wesley, 1739. 

400 S. M. D. 

GIVE to the winds thy fears, 
Hope and be undismayed 
God hears thy sighs and counts thy tears, 

God shall lift up thy head. 
Through waves and clouds and storms 

He gently clears thy way; 
Wait thou His time; so shall this night 
Soon end in joyous day. 

2 Still heavy is thy heart? 

Still sink thy spirits down? 
Cast off the weight, let fear depart, 

And every care be gone. 
What though thou rulest not, 

Yet heaven and earth and hell 
Proclaim: God sitteth on the throne, 

And ruleth all things well. 

3 Leave to His sovereign sway 

To choose and to command; 
So shalt thou, wondering own, His way 
How wise, how strong His hand ! 



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Far, far above thy thought 

His counsel shall appear, 
When fully He the work hath wrought 

That caused thy needless fear. 


4 Thou seest our weakness, Lord, 

Our hearts are known to Thee; 
lift Thou up the sinking hand, 

Confirm the feeble knee; 
Let us in life, in death, 

Thy steadfast truth declare, 
And publish with our latest breath 

Thy love and guardian care ! 

Paul Gerhardt, 1653. 
Tr. John Wesley, 11 39. 


401 ' s. m. 


1\ /TY times are in Thy hand; 
IV A My God, I wish them there; 
My life, my friends, my soul I leave 
Entirely to Thy care. 


2 My times are in Thy hand, 
Whatever they may be: 
Pleasing or painful, dark or bright, 
As best may seem to Thee. 


3 My times are in Thy hand; 
Why should I doubt or fear? 
A father's hand will never cause 
His child a needless tear. 


4 My times are in Thy hand, 
Jesus, the Crucified; 
The hand my many sins have pierced 
Is now my guard and guide. 

William Freeman Lloyd, 182^. 



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402 8 7, 8 7, 4 4, 8 8. 

HATE'ER my God ordains is right; 
Holy His will abide th; 
I will be still, whatever He doth 
And follow where He guideth. 
He is my God; 
Though dark my road, 
He holds me that I shall not fall; 
Wherefore to Him I leave it all. 

2 Whate'er my God ordains is right; 
He never will deceive me; 

He leads me by the proper path; 
I know He will not leave me, 

And take, content, 

What He hath sent; 
His hand can turn my griefs away, 
And patiently I wait His day. 

3 Whate'er my God ordains is right; 
Though now this cup in drinking 

May bitter seem to my faint heart, 
I take it, all unshrinking; 

Tears pass away 

With dawn of day; 
Sweet comfort yet shall fill my heart, 
And pain and sorrow shall depart. 

4 Whate'er my God ordains is right; 
Here shall my stand be taken; 

Though sorrow, need, or death be mine, 
Yet am I not forsaken; 

My Father's care 

Is round me there; 
He holds me that I shall not fall, 
And so to Him I leave it all. 

Samuel Rodigad, 1676. 
Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1863. 



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C. M. 
ORD, it belongs not to my care 
Whether I die or live; 
To love and serve Thee is my share, 
And this Thy grace must give. 



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2 If life be long, I will be glad 

That I may long obey; 
If short, yet why should I be sad 
To soar to endless day? 

3 Christ leads me through no darker rooms 

Than He went through before; 
He that into God's kingdom comes 
Must enter by this door. 

4 Come, Lord, when grace has made me meet 

Thy blessed face to see; 
For if Thy work on earth be sweet, 
What will Thy glory be? 

5 Then I shall end my sad complaints 

And weary sinful days, 
And join with the triumphant saints 
That sing my Saviour's praise. 

6 My knowledge of that life is small, 

The eye of faith is dim; 
But 'tis enough that Christ knows all, 
And I shall be with Him. 

Richard Baxter, 1681, 



404 c. m. 

HELP us, Lord ! each hour of need 
Thy heavenly succor give; 
Help us in thought, and word, and deed, 
Each hour on earth we live. 



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2 O help us when our spirits bleed 

With contrite anguish sore; 
And when our hearts are cold and dead, 
O help us, Lord, the more. 

3 O help us, through the prayer of faith, 

More firmly to believe; 
For still the more the servant hath, 
The more shall he receive. 

4 O help us, Jesus, from on high; 

We know no help but Thee! 
O help us so to live and die 
As Thine in heaven to be! 

l Henry Hart Milman, 1827. 



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405 l : m. 

OD of my life, Whose gracious power 
Through various deaths my soul hath led; 
Or turned aside the fatal hour, 
Or lifted up my sinking head; 

2 In all my ways Thy hand I own, 
Thy ruling Providence I see; 

O help me still my course to run, 
And still direct my paths to Thee. 

3 Whither, O whither should I fly, 
But to my loving Saviour's breast? 

Secure within Thine arms to lie, 

And safe beneath Thy wings to rest. 

4 Foolish, and impotent, and blind, 
Lead me a way I have not known; 

Bring me where I my heaven may find, 
The heaven of loving Thee alone. 

5 Enlarge my heart to make Thee room; 
Enter, and in me ever stay: 

The crooked then shall straight become, 
The darkness shall be lost in day. 

Charles Wesley, 17 W- 



cross and comfort 319 

406 cm. 

FATHER, whate'er of earthly bliss 
Thy sovereign hand denies, 
Accepted at Thy throne of grace, 
Let this petition rise : 

2 Give me a calm, a thankful heart, 

From every murmur free; 
The blessings of Thy grace impart, 
And let me live to Thee. 

3 Let the sweet hope that Thou art mine 

My life and death attend, 
Thy presence through my journey shine, 
And crown my journey's end. 

Anne Steele, 1760. a. 



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407 6 4, 6 4, 6 6 4, 

EARER, my God, to Thee, 
Nearer to Thee; 
E'en though it be a cross 

That raiseth me, 
Still, all my song shall be, 
Nearer, my God, to Thee, 
Nearer to Thee! 

2 Though, like a wanderer, 
The sun gone down, 

Darkness be over me, 

My rest a stone, 
Yet in my dreams I'd be 
Nearer, my God, to Thee, 

Nearer to Thee! 

3 Then let my way appear 
Steps unto heaven; 

All that Thou sendest me 
In mercy given; 



320 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

Angels to beckon me 
Nearer, my God, to Thee, 
Nearer to Thee! 

4 Then with my waking thoughts, 

Bright with Thy praise. 
Out of my stony griefs 

Bethel I'll raise; 
So by my woes to be 
Nearer, my God, to Thee, 

Nearer to Thee! 

5 Or, if on joyful wing 

Cleaving the sky, 
Sun, moon, and stars forgot, 

Upward I fly; 
Still, all my song shall be, 
Nearer, my God, to Thee, 

Nearer to Thee! 

Sarah Flower Adams, 1841. 

408 8 8 8, 4. 

MY God and Father, while I stray 
Far from my home, in life's rough way, 

teach me from my heart to say, 

"Thy will be done." 

2 Though dark my path, and sad my lot, 
Let me be still and murmur not, 

Or breathe the prayer, divinely taught, 
"Thy will be done." 

3 What though in lonely grief I sigh 
For friends beloved no longer nigh; 
Submissive still would I reply, 

"Thy will be done." 

4 If Thou should 'st call me to resign 
What most I prize, it ne'er was mine: 

1 only yield Thee what is Thine; 

"Thy will be done." 



CROSS AND COMFORT 321 

Renew my will from day to day, 
Blend it with Thine, and take away" 
All that now makes it hard to say, 
"Thy will be done." 

Charlotte Elliott, 183L 



409 c. m. 

OD moves in a mysterious way, 
His wonders to perform; 
He plants His footsteps in the sea, 
And rides upon the storm. 



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2 Deep in unfathomable mines 

Of never-failing skill, 
He treasures up His bright designs, 
And works His sovereign will. 

3 Ye fearful saints, fresh courage take; 

The clouds ye so much dread 
Are big with mercy, and shall break 
In blessings on your head. 

4 Judge not the Lord by feeble sense, 

But trust Him for His grace; 
Behind a frowning Providence 
He hides a smiling face. 

5 His purposes will ripen fast, 

Unfolding every hour; 
The bud may have a bitter taste, 
But sweet will be the flower. 

6 Blind unbelief is sure to err, 

And scan His work in vain; 
God is His own interpreter, 
And He will make it plain. 

William Cowper, 1774. 



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410 11 io, n io. 

WE are the Lord's: His all-sufficient merit, 
Sealed on the Cross, to us this grace accords; 
We are the Lord's, and all things shall inherit; 
Whether we live or die, we are the Lord's. 

2 We are the Lord's; then let us gladly tender 

Our souls to Him, in deeds, not empty words; 
Let heart and tongue, and life combine to render* 
No doubtful witness that we are the Lord's. 

3 We are the Lord's; no darkness brooding o'er us 

Can make us tremble, while this star affords 
A steady light along the path before us — 
Faith's full assurance that we are the Lord's. 

4 We are the Lord's: no evil can befall us 

In the dread hour of life's fast loosening cords; 
No pangs of death shall even then appall us; 
Death we shall vanquish, for we are the Lord's. 

-w Karl Johann Philipp Spitta, 18^3. 

Tr. Charles Tamberlane Astley, 1860. 



411 S. M 

HAT cheering words are these! 
Their sweetness who can tell! 
In time and to eternal days, 
" 'Tis with the righteous well." 



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2 In every state secure, 

Kept by Jehovah's eye, 
'Tis well with them while life endure, 
And well when called to die. 

3 'Tis well when joys arise; 

'Tis well when sorrows flow; 
'Tis well when darkness veils the skies, 
And strong temptations blow % 



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•1 'Tis well when on the mount 
They feast on dying Love; 
And 'tis as well in God's account, 
When they the furnace prove. 

5 "Tis well when Jesus calls : 
"From earth and sin arise; 
Join with the hosts of ransomed souls, 
Made to salvation wise." 

John Kent, 1803. 

412 V— 1110,1110. 

COME, ye disconsolate, where'er ye languish; 
Come to the mercy-seat, fervently kneel; 
Here bring your wounded hearts, here tell your an- 
guish; 
Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. 

2 Joy of the desolate, light of the straying, 

Hope of the penitent, fadeless and pure! 
Here speaks the Comforter, tenderly saying, 

"Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot cure." 

3 Here see the Bread of Life; see waters flowing 

Forth from the throne of God, pure from above; 
Come to the feast of love; come, ever knowing 
Earth has no sorrow but heaven can remove. 

St. 1, 2, Thomas Moore, 1816. 
St. 3, Thomas Hastings, 1831. 

413 io io. 
»EACE, perfect peace, in this dark world of sin? 

The Blood of Jesus whispers peace within. 

2 Peace, perfect peace, by thronging duties pressed? 
To do the will of Jesus, this is rest. 

3 Peace, perfect peace, with sorrows surging round? 
On Jesus' bosom naught but calm is found. 



324 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

4 Peace, perfect peace, with loved ones far away? 
In Jesus' keeping we are safe and they. 

5 Peace, perfect peace, our future all unknown? 
Jesus we know, and He is on the throne. 

6 Peace, perfect peace, death shadowing us and ours? 
Jesus has vanquished death and all its powers. 

7 It is enough: earth's struggles soon shall cease, 
And Jesus call us to heaven's perfect peace. 

Edward Henry Bicker steth, 1875. 



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THE FAMILY 

414 Marriage C. M. D. 

ORD, Who at Cana's wedding feast 
Didst as a guest appear, 
Thou dearer far than earthly guest, 

Vouchsafe Thy presence here; 
For holy Thou indeed dost prove 

The marriage vow to be, 
Proclaiming it a type of love 

Between the Church and Thee; 

2 The holiest vow that man can make, 
The golden thread in life, 

The bond that none may dare to break, 

That bindeth man and wife; 
Which, blessed by Thee, whate'er betides, 

No evil shall destroy, 
Through care-worn days each care divides, 

And doubles every joy. 

3 On those, who at Thine altar kneel, 
O Lord, Thy blessing pour, 

That each may wake the other's zeal 
To love Thee more and more; 



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O grant them here in peace to live, 

In purity and love, 
And, this world leaving, to receive 

A crown of life above. 

Adelaide Thmpp, 1853. 
St. 2, Godfrey Hiring, 1882. 

415 Marriage 11 10, 11 10. 

O PERFECT Love, all human thought transcend- 
ing, 
Lowly we kneel in prayer before Thy throne, 
That theirs may be the love which knows no ending, 
Whom Thou for evermore dost join in one. 

2 O perfect Life, be Thou their full assurance 

Of tender charity and steadfast faith, 
Of patient hope, and quiet brave endurance, 

With childlike trust that fears nor pain nor death, 

3 Grant them the joy which brightens earthly sorrow, 

Grant them the peace which calms all earthly strife; 
And to life's day the glorious unknown morrow, 
That dawns upon eternal love and life. 

Dorothy Frances Gurney, 1883. 

416 ii io, ii io. d. 

O BLESSED house, that cheerfully receiveth 
Thy visits, Jesus Christ, the soul's true Friend, 
That, far beyond all other guests, believeth 

It must to Thee its warmest cheer extend; 
Where every heart to Thee is fondly turning, 

Where every eye for Thee with pleasure speaks, 
Where all to know Thy will are truly yearning, 
And every one to do it promptly seeks. 

2 O blessed house, where man and wife, united 

In Thy true love, have both one heart and mind, 
Where both to Thy salvation are invited, 
And in Thy doctrine both contentment find; 



326 THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 

Where both, to Thee, in truth, for ever cleaving 

In joy, in grief, make Thee their only stay, 
And fondly hope in Thee to be believing, 
, Both in the good and in the evil day. 

3 blessed house, where little children tender 

Are laid upon Thy heart, with hands of prayer, 
Thou Friend of children, Who wilt freely render 

To them more than a mother's loving care, 
Where round Thy feet they gather, to Thee clinging, 

And hear Thy loving voice most willingly, 
And in their songs, Thy hearty praises ringing, 

Rejoice in Thee, O blessed Lord, in Thee. 

Karl Johann Philipp Spitta, IS 26. 
Tr. Charles William Schaeffer, 1890. 



417 L. M. 

HOLY Lord, content to fill 
In lowly home the lowliest place, 
Thy childhood's law a mother's will, 
Obedience meek Thy brightest grace; 



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2 Lead every child that bears Thy Name 

To walk in Thine own guileless way, 
To dread the touch of sin and shame, 
And humbly, like Thyself, obey. 

3 Gather Thy lambs within Thine arm, 

And gently in Thy bosom bear; 
Keep them, O Lord, from hurt and harm, 
And bid them rest forever there. 

4 So shall they, waiting here below, 

Like Thee, their Lord, a little span, 
In wisdom and in stature grow, 

And favor with both God and man. 

William Walsham How, 1871. 



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418 For Mothers 8 7, 8 7, 8 7. 

ORD of Life and King of Glory, 
Who didst deign a child to be, 
Cradled on a mother's bosom, 

Throned upon a mother's knee, 
For the children Thou hast given 

We must answer unto Thee. 



2 Since the day the blessed Mother 

Thee, the world's Redeemer, bore, 
Thou hast crowned us with an honor 

Women never knew before; 
And that we may bear it meetly 

We must seek Thine aid the more. 

3 Grant us, then, pure hearts and patient, 

That, in all we do or say, 
Little souls our deeds may copy, 

And be never led astray; 
Little feet our steps may follow 

In a safe and narrow way. 

4 When our growing sons and daughters 

Look on life with eager eyes, 
Grant us, then, a deeper insight 

And new powers of sacrifice, 
Hope to trust them, faith to guide them, 

Love that nothing good denies. 

5 May we keep our holy calling 

Stainless in its fair renown, 
That when all the work is over 

And we lay the burden down, 
Then the children Thou hast given 

Still may be our joy and crown. 

Christian Burke, 1903. 



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TIMES AND SEASONS 



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AT THE OPENING OF SERVICE 
419 L. M. 

ORD Jesus Christ, be present now, 
And let Thy Holy Spirit bow 
All hearts in love and fear to-day, 
To hear the truth and keep Thy way. 

2 Open our lips to sing Thy praise, 
Our hearts in true devotion raise, 
Strengthen our faith, increase pur light, 
That we may know Thy Name aright; 

3 Until we join the hosts that cry : 
Holy art Thou, O Lord Most High! 
And 'mid the light of that blest place 
Shall gaze upon Thee face to face. 

4 Glory to God, the Father, Son, 
And Holy Spirit, Three in One ! 
To Thee, O blessed Trinity, 
Be praise throughout eternity! 

Wilhelm II. , Duke of Saxe-Weimar, St. 1-3, 16^8. St. I 1651. 

Tr. Catherine WinJcworth, 1863. 

420. 8 7, 8 7, 7 7. 

k PEN now thy gates of beauty, 
Zion, let me enter there, 
Where my soul, in joyful duty, 

Waits for Him Who answers prayer. 
O how blessed is this place, 
Filled with solace, light, and grace! 

2 Gracious God, I come before Thee, 

Come Thou also down to me; 
Where we find Thee and adore Thee, 

There a heaven on earth must be. 
To my heart O enter Thou, 
Let it be Thy temple now. 



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AT THE OPENING OF SERVICE 329 

3 Her.e Thy praise is gladly chanted, 

Here Thy seed is duly sown; 
Let my soul, where it is planted, 

Bring forth precious sheaves alone. 
So that all I hear may be 
Fruitful unto life in me. 

4 Thou my faith increase and quicken, 

Let me keep Thy gift divine; 
Howsoe'er temptations thicken, 

May Thy Word still o'er me shine, 
As my pole-star through my life, 
As my comfort in my strife. 

5 Speak, O God, and I will hear Thee, 

Let Thy will be done indeed; 
May I undisturbed draw near Thee 

While Thou dost Thy people feed. 
Here of life the fountain flows, 
Here Is balm for all our woes. 

Benjamin Schmolck, 1732. 
Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1863. 



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421 7 8, 7 8, 8 8. 

LESSED Jesus, at Thy word 
We are gathered all to hear Thee; 
Let our hearts and souls be stirred 
Now to seek and love and fear Thee; 
By Thy teachings sweet and holy 
Drawn from earth to love Thee solely. 

All our knowledge, sense, and sight 
Lie in deepest darkness shrouded, 

Till Thy Spirit breaks our night 
With the beams of truth unclouded. 

Thou alone to God canst win us, 

Thou must work all good within us. 



330 TIMES AND SEASONS „ 

3 Glorious Lord, Thyself impart! 

Light of Light, from God proceeding, 
Open Thou our ears and heart, 

Help us by Thy Spirit's pleading, 
Hear the cry Thy people raises, 
Hear, and bless our prayers and praises. 

Tobias Clausnitzer, 1663. 
Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1858. 



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422 7 7, 7 7. D 

iLEASANT are Thy courts above 
In the land of light and love : 
Pleasant are Thy courts below 
In this land of sin and woe. 
O, my spirit longs and faints 
For the converse of Thy saints, 
For the brightness of Thy face, 
King of Glory, God of Grace ! 

2 Happy birds that sing and fly 
Round Thy altars, O Most High; 
Happier souls that find a rest 
In a heavenly Father's breast. 
Like the wandering dove that found 
No repose on earth around, 
They can to their ark repair 
And enjoy it ever there. 

3 Happy souls ! their praises flow 
Even in this vale of woe; 
Waters in the desert rise, 
Manna feeds them from the skies; 
On they go from strength to strength, 
Till they reach Thy throne at length, 
At Thy feet adoring fall, 
Who hast led them safe through all. 

4 Lord, be mine this prize to win; 
Guide me through a world of sin; 



AT THE OPEXIXG OF SERVICE 331 

Keep me by Thy saving grace; 
Give me at Thy side a place. 
Sun and shield alike Thou art; 
Guide and guard my erring heart. 
Grace and glory flow from Thee; 
Shower, O shower them, Lord, on me ! 

Henry Francis Lyte, 183$. 



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423 7 7, 7 7, 7 7. 

OD of Mercy, God of Grace, 
Show the brightness of Thy face; 
Shine upon us. Saviour, shine, 
Fill Thy Church with light divine; 
And Thy saving health extend 
To the earth's remotest end. 

Let the people praise Thee, Lord; 
Be by all that live adored; 
Let the nations shout and sing 
Glory to their Saviour King; 
At Thy feet their tribute pay, 
And Thy holy will obey. 

Let the people praise Thee, Lord; 

Earth shall then her fruits afford: 

God to man His blessing give, 

Man to God devoted live; 

All below, and all above, 

One in joy, and light, and love. 

Henry Francis Lyte, 183$. 



424 6 6 8. D. 3 3, 6 6. 

OD Himself is present: 
Let us now adore Him, 
And with awe appear before Him. 

God is in His temple — 
All within keep silence, 



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332 TIMES AND SEASONS 

Prostrate lie with deepest reverence. 

Him alone 

God we own, 
Him, our God and Saviour; 
Praise His Name forever. 

2 God Himself is present: 
Hear the harps resounding! 

See the crowds the throne surrounding ! 

"Holy, Holy, Holy,'; 
Hear the hymn ascending, 
Angels, saints, their voices blending ! 

Bow Thine ear 

To us here: 
Hear, O Christ, the praises 
That Thy Church now raises. 

3 O Thou Fount of blessing, 
Purify my spirit; 
Trusting only in Thy merit. 

Like the holy angels 
Who behold Thy glory, 
May I ceaselessly adore Thee. 

Let Thy will 

Ever still 
Rule Thy Church terrestrial, 
As the hosts celestial. 

Gerhard Tersteegen, 1729. 
Tr. F. W. Foster and J. Miller, 1789. a. 

42-5 8 8, 8 8, 4 7. 

HOSANNA to the living Lord! 
Hosanna to th' Incarnate Word! 
To Christ, Creator, Saviour, King, 
Let ear-th, let heaven, Hosanna sing! 
Hosanna! Lord! 
Hosanna in the highest! 



AT THE OPENING OF SERVICE 333 

2 Hosanna, Lord! Thine angels cry; 
Hosanna, Lord! Thy saints reply; 
Above, beneath us, and around, 
The dead and living swell the sound; 

Hosanna! Lord! 
Hosanna in the highest! 

3 O Saviour, with protecting care, 
Abide in this Thy house of prayer, 
Where we Thy parting promise claim, 
Assembled in Thy sacred Name. 

Hosanna! Lord! 
Hosanna in the highest! 

4 But, chiefest, in our cleansed breast, 
Eternal ! bid Thy Spirit rest, 

And make our secret soul to be 
A temple pure, and worthy Thee ! 
Hosanna! Lord! 
Hosanna in the highest! 

5 So, in the last and dreadful day, 

When earth and heaven shall melt away, 
Thy flock, redeemed from sinful stain, 
Shall swell the sound of praise again: 
Hosanna! Lord! 
Hosanna in the highest! 

Reginald Heber, 1811. 



426 7 7, 7 7. 

10 Thy temple I repair, 
Lord, I love to worship there, 
When, within the veil, I meet 
Christ before the mercy-seat. 



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2 While Thy glorious praise is sung, 
Touch my lips, unloose my tongue, 
That my joyful soul may bless 
Thee, the Lord my Righteousness. 



334 TIMES AND SEASONS 

3 While the prayers of saints ascend, 
God of Love, to mine attend: 
Hear me, for Thy Spirit pleads; 
Hear, for Jesus intercedes. 

4 While Ifhearken to Thy Law, 
Fill my soul with humble awe; 
Till Thy Gospel bring to me 
Life and immortality. 

5 While Thy ministers proclaim 
Peace and pardon in Thy Name, 
Through their voice, by faith may I 
Hear Thee speaking from the sky. 

6 From Thy house when I return, 
May my heart within me burn; 
And at evening let me say, 

I have walked with God to-day. 

James Montgomery, 1812. a. 



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427 8 7, 8 7, 4 7. 

"N Thy Name, Lord, assembling, 
We, Thy people, now draw near; 
Teach us to rejoice with trembling, 
Speak, and let Thy servants hear, 

Hear with meekness — - 
Hear Thy Word with godly fear. 

2 While our days on earth are lengthened, 
May we give them, Lord, to Thee; 

Cheered by hope, and daily strengthened, 
May we run, nor weary be, 

Till Thy glory 
Without cloud in heaven we see. 

3 Then, in worship purer, sweeter, 
Thee Thy people shall adore; 

Tasting of enjoyment greater 

Far than thought conceived before; 



AT THE OPENING OF SERVICE 335 

Full enjoyment, 
Full, unmixed, and evermore. 

Thomas Kelly, 1815. 

428 7 7, 7 7, 7 7. 

SAFELY through another week, 
God has brought us on our way; 
Let us now a blessing seek, 

Waiting in His courts to-day; 
Day of all the week the best, 
Emblem of eternal rest. 

2 Mercies multiplied each hour 

Through the week, our praise demand; 
Guarded by Thy mighty power, 

Fed and guided by Thy hand; 
Though ungrateful we have been, 
Only made returns of sin. 

3 While we pray for pardoning grace, 

Through the dear Redeemer's Name, 
Show Thy reconciled face, 

Take away our sin and shame; 
From our worldly cares set free, 
May we rest this day in Thee. 

4 Here w^e come, Thy Name to praise; 

Let us feel Thy presence near; 
May Thy glory meet our eyes, 

While we in Thy house appear: 
Here afford us, Lord, a taste 
Of our everlasting feast. 

5 May the Gospel's joyful sound 

Conquer sinners, comfort saints; 
Make the fruits of grace abound, 

Bring relief for all complaints. - 
Thus may all our Sabbaths prove, 
Till we join the Church above. 

John Newton, 1774. a. 



336 TIMES AND SEASONS 

429 For a week-day Service CM. 

BEHOLD us, Lord, a little space 
From daily tasks set free, 
And met within Thy holy place 
To rest awhile with Thee. 

2 Around us rolls the ceaseless tide 

Of business, toil and care; 
And scarcely can we turn aside 
For one brief hour of prayer. 

3 Yet these are not the only walls 

Wherein Thou mayst be sought; 
On homeliest work Thy blessing falls, 
In truth and patience WTought. 

4 Thine is the loom, the forge, the mart* 

The wealth of land and sea; 

The worlds of science and of art, 

Revealed and ruled by Thee. 

5 Then let us prove our heavenly birth 

In all we do and know: 
And claim the kingdom of the earth 
For Thee, and not Thy foe. 

6 Work shall be prayer, if all be wrought 

As Thou wouldst have it done; 
And prayer, by Thee inspired and taught, 
Itself with work be one. 

John Ellerton, 1870. 



AT THE CLOSE OF SERVICE 

430 6 6, 6 6, 8 8, 

>N what has now been sown 
Thy blessing, Lord, bestow; 
The power is Thine alone 
To make it spring and grow; 



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AT THE CLOSE OF SERVICE 337 

Do Thou the gracious harvest raise, 
And Thou alone shall have the praise. 

% To Thee our wants are known, 
From Thee are all our powers, 
Accept what is Thine own, 
And pardon what is ours; 
Our praises, Lord, and prayers receive, 
And to Thy Word a blessing give. 

3 O grant that each of us, 

Who meet before Thee here, 
May meet together thus, 

When Thou and Thine appear, 
And follow Thee to heaven our home; 
Even so, Amen, Lord Jesus, come ! 

John Newton, 1779. a. 



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431 8 7, 8 7, 4 7. 

ORD, dismiss us with Thy blessing, 
Fill our hearts with joy and peace! 
Let us each, Thy love possessing, 
Triumph in redeeming grace. 

O refresh us, 
Traveling through this wilderness. 

2 Thanks we give and adoration 
For Thy Gospel's joyful sound. 

May the fruits of Thy salvation 
In our hearts and lives abound; 

Ever faithful 
To Thy truth may we be found, 

3 So, whene'er the signal's given 
Us from earth to call away, 

Borne on angels' wings to heaven, 
Glad the summons to obey, 

May we, ready, 
Rise and reign in endless day. 

John Fawcettf 177 S. 



338 TIMES AND SEASONS 

432 C. M. 
ALMIGHTY GOD! Thy Word is cast 

ii Like seed into the ground; 
Now let the dew of heaven descend, 
And righteous fruits abound. 

2 Let not the foe of Christ and man 

This holy seed remove; 
But give it root in every heart, 
To bring forth fruits of love. 

3 Let not the world's deceitful cares 

The rising plant destroy; 
But let it yield a hundred-fold 
The fruits of peace and joy. 

4 Where'er the Word of life is sown, 

A large increase bestow, 
That all who hear Thy message, Lord, 
Its saving power may know. 

John Cawood, 1819. a. 

433 7 6, 7 6. 
ABIDE with us, our Saviour, 

jLa. Nor let Thy mercy cease; 
From Satan's might defend us, 
And grant our souls release. 

2 Abide with us, our Saviour, 

Sustain us by Thy Word; 
That we with all Thy people 
To life may be restored. 

3 Abide with us, our Saviour, 

Thou Light of endless Light, 
Increase to us Thy blessings, 
And save us by Thy might. 

Josua Stegmann, 1628. 
Tr. Unknown, 1848. 



AT THE CLOSE OF SERVICE 339 

434 7 7, 7 7. 

'OW may He Who from the dead 
Brought the Shepherd of the sheep, 
Jesus Christ, our King and Head, 
All our souls in safety keep. 



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May He teach us to fulfill 

What is pleasing in His sight; 
Perfect us in all His will, 

And preserve us day and night. 

To that dear Redeemer's praise, 

Who the covenant sealed with Blood, 

Let our hearts and voices raise 
Loud thanksgivings to our God. 

John Newton, 1779. 



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435 At the close of Vespers 8 8, 8 8, 8 8. 

SAVIOUR, bless us ere we go; 
Thy Word into our minds instill; 
And make our lukewarm hearts to glow 

With lowly love and fervent will. 
Through life's long day, and death's dark night, 
O gentle Jesus, be our Light. 

2 The day is done, its hours have run, 
And Thou hast taken count of all, 

The scanty triumphs grace hath won, 

The broken vow, the frequent fall. 
Through life's long day, and death's dark night, 

O gentle Jesus, be our Light. 

3 Grant us, O Lord, from evil ways 
True absolution .and release; 

And bless us more than in past days 

With purity and inward peace. 
Through life's long day, and death's dark nfght, 

O gentle Jesus, be our Light. 



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4 Do more than pardon : give us joy, 

Sweet fear and sober liberty, 
And loving hearts without alloy, 

That only long to be like Thee. 
Through life's long day, and death's dark night, 

O gentle Jesus, be our Light. 

5 Labor is sweet for Thou hast toiled; 

And care is light for Thou hast cared; 
Ah, never let our works be soiled 

With self, or by deceit ensnared. 
Through life's long day, and death's dark night, 

O gentle Jesus, be our Light. 

6 For all we love, the poor, the sad, 

The sinful, unto Thee we call; 
O let Thy mercy make us glad; 

Thou art our Jesus and our All. 
Through life's long day, and death's dark night, 

O gentle Jesus, be our Light. 

Frederick William Faber, 18$. 



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436 8 7, 8 7. 
AY the grace of Christ our Saviour, 

And the Father's boundless love, 
With the Holy Spirit's favor, 
Rest upon us from above. 

2 Thus may we abide in union 

With each other and the Lord; 
And possess, in sweet communion, 
Joys which earth cannot afford. 

John Newton, 1779. 

437 At the close of Vespers 10 10, 10 10. 

SAVIOUR, again to Thy dear Name we raise 
With one accord our parting hymn of praise; 
Once more we bless Thee ere our worship cease, 
Then, lowly bending, wait Thy word of peace. 



AT THE CLOSE OF SERVICE 341 

2 Grant us Thy peace upon our homeward way; 
With Thee began, with Thee shall end the day; 
Guard Thou the lips from sin, the hearts from shame, 
That in this house have called upon Thy Name. 

3 Grant us Thy peace, Lord, thro' the coming night, 
Turn Thou for us its darkness into light : 

From harm and danger keep Thy children free, 
For dark and light are both alike to Thee. 

4 Grant us Thy peace throughout our earthly life, 
Our balm in sorrow, and our stay in strife; 
Then, when Thy voice shall bid our conflict cease, 
Call us, O Lord, to Thine eternal peace. 

John Ellerlon, 1S66. a. 



S 



438 At the close of Vespers 8 7, 8 7, 7 7. 

AVIOUR, now the day is ending, 
And the shades of evening fall, 
Let Thy Holy Dove, descending, 

Bring Thy mercy to us all; 
Set Thy seal on every heart, 
Jesus, bless us ere we part! 

Bless the Gospel message, spoken 

In Thine own appointed way : 
Give each fainting soul a token 

Of Thy tender love to-day; 
Set Thy seal on every heart, 
Jesus, bless us ere we part! 

Comfort those in pain or sorrow, 
Watch each sleeping child of Thine; 

Let us all arise to-morrow 

Strengthened by Thy grace divine; 

Set Thy seal on every heart, 

Jesus, bless us ere we part! 

Sarah Doudney, 1871. 



342 TIMES AND SEASONS 

^ _ THE LORD'S DAY 

439 8 7, 8 7, 7 7. 

ALLELUIA! Fairest morning! 
l\ Fairer than our words can say ! 
Down we lay the heavy burden 
Of life's toil and care to-day, 
While this morn of joy and love 
Brings fresh vigor from above. 

2 In the gladness of God's worship 

We will seek our joy to-day; 
It is then we learn the fulness 

Of the grace for which we pray, 
When the word of life is given, 
Like the Saviour's voice from heaven. 

3 Let the day with Thee be ended, 

As with Thee it has begun; 
And Thy blessing, Lord, be granted, 

Till earth's days and weeks are done; 
That at last Thy servants may 
Keep eternal Sabbath-day. 

Jonathan Krause, 1739. 
Tr. Jane Borthwick, 1858. a. 

440 l. m. 

THIS day the light of heavenly birth 
First streamed upon the new-born earth; 
Lord, this day upon us shine, 
And fill our souls with light divine. 

2 This day the Saviour left the grave, 
And rose, omnipotent to save; 

O Jesus, may we raised be 
From death of sin to life in Thee. 

3 This day the Holy Spirit came 
With fiery tongues of cloven flame; 
Spirit, fill our hearts this day 
With grace to hear, and grace to pray. 



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O day of light, and life, and grace! 
From earthly toils sweet resting-place ! 
Thy hallowed hours, best gift of love, 
We give again to God above! 

William Walsham How, 185k. « 



441 



ODAY of rest and gladness, 
day of joy and light, 
O balm of care and sadness, 

Most beautiful, most bright; 
On thee the high and lowly, 
Before th' eternal throne, 
Sing: Holy, Holy, Holy, 
To the great Three in One. 

2 On thee, at the creation, 

The light first had its birth; 
On thee, for our salvation, 

Christ rose from depths of earth 
On thee our Lord, victorious, 

The Spirit sent from heaven; 
And thus on thee, most glorious, 

A triple light was given. 

3 To-day on weary nations 

The heavenly manna falls; 
To holy convocations 

The silver trumpet calls, 
Where Gospel light is glowing 

With pure and radiant beams, 
And living water flowing 

With soul-refreshing streams. 

4 Xew graces ever gaining 

From this our day of rest, 
We reach the rest remaining 
To spirits of the blest. 



7 6, 7 6. D. 



344 TIMES AND SEASONS 

To Holy Ghost be praises, 

To Father, and to Son; 
The Church her voice upraises 

To Thee, blest Three in One. 

Christopher Wordsworth, 1862. 

442 s. .m. 

THIS is the day of light: 
Let there be light to-day; 
O Dayspring, rise upon our night, 
And chase its gloom away. 

2 This is the day of rest: 

Our failing strength renew; 
On weary brain and troubled breast 
Shed Thou Thy fresh'ning dew. 

3 This is the day of peace: 

Thy peace our spirits fill; 
Bid Thou all ill and discord cease, 
The waves of strife be still. 

4 This is the first of days: 

Send forth Thy quickening breath, 
And wake dead souls to love and praise, 
O Vanquisher of death! 

John Ellerton, 1867. 

443 c m. 

THIS is the day the Lord hath made; 
He calls the hours His own; 
Let heaven rejoice, let earth be glad, 
And praise surround the throne. 

2 To-day He rose and left the dead, 
And Satan's empire fell; 
To-day the saints His triumph spread, 
And all His winders tell. 



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3 Hosanna to th' anointed King, 

To David's holy Son; 
Help us, O Lord; descend and bring 
Salvation from Thy throne. 

4 Blest be the Lord, Who comes to men 

With messages of grace; 
Who comes in God His Father's Name 
To save our sinful race. 

5 Hosanna in the highest strains 

The Church on earth can raise; 
The highest heavens, in which He reigns, 
Shall give Him nobler praise. 

Isaac Watts, 1719. 
4:4:4: L. M. 

SWEET is the work, my God, my King, 
To praise Thy Name, give thanks and sing, 
To show Thy love by morning light, 
And talk of all Thy truth at night. 

2 Sweet is the day of sacred rest; 

Xo mortal cares shall seize my breast; 
My heart shall triumph in my Lord, 
And bless His works, and bless His Word. 

3 And I shall share a glorious part, 
When grace hath well refined my heart; 
When doubts and fears no more remain 
To break my inward peace again. 

4 Then shall I see, and hear, and know 
All I desired or wished below; 

And every power find sweet employ 
In that eternal world of joy. 

Isaac Watts, 1719. a. 



346 TIMES AND SEASONS 

MORNING 

445 -8 4 7. D. 

COME, my soul, thou must be waking; 
Now is breaking 
O'er the earth another day. 
Come to Him Who made the splendor; 
See thou render 
All thy feeble strength can pay. 

2 Gladly hail the sun returning; 

Ready burning 
Be the incense of thy powers; 
For the night is safely ended; 

God hath tended 
With His care thy helpless hours. 

3 Pray that He may prosper ever 

Each endeavor, 
When thy aim is good and true; 
But that He may ever thwart thee, 

And convert thee, 
When thou evil wouldst pursue. 

4 Only God's free gift abuse not, 

Light refuse not, 
But His Spirit's voice obey; 
Thou with Him shalt dwell, beholding 

Light enfolding 
All things in unclouded day. 

5 Glory, honor, exaltation, 

Adoration, 
Be to the Eternal One; 
To the Father, Son, and Spirit, 

Laud and merit, 
While unending ages run. 

Friedrich Rudolph von Canitz, 1700. 
Tr. Henry James Bucholl, 18 U- «. 



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446 8 7, 8 7, 7 7. 

OD, Who madest earth and heaven, — 
Father, Son, and Holy Ghost, 
Who the day and night hast given, 

Sun and moon, and starry host, 
Thou Whose mighty hand sustains 
Earth and all that she contains; 



Praise to Thee my soul shall render, 
Who this night hast guarded me, 

My omnipotent Defender. 

Who from ill doth set me free; 

Free from danger, anguish, woe, 

Free from the infernal foe. 

Let the night of my transgression 
With night's darkness pass away; 

Jesus, into Thy possession 
I resign myself to-day. 

In Thy wounds I find relief 

From my greatest sin and grief. 

Let my life and conversation 
Be directed by Thy Word; 

Lord, Thy constant preservation 
To Thy erring child afford. 

Nowhere but alone in Thee 

From all harm can I be free. 

Wholly to Thy blest protection 
I commit my heart and mind; 

Mighty God! to Thy direction 
Wholly may I be resigned. 

Lord, my Shield, my Light divine, 

O accept, and own me Thine! 



Heinrich Albert, 1648. 

Trs. John Chris/ inn Jaeobi, 1720. 

Arthur Tozer Russell, 1848. 

Catherine IVinkworth, 1855. 



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447 5 5, 5 5, 10, 5 6,5 6, 10. 
VENING and morning, 

Sunset and dawning, 

Wealth, peace, and gladness, 

Comfort in sadness, 
These are Thy works; all the glory be Thine! 

Times without number, 

Awake or in slumber, 

Thine eye observes us, 

From danger preserves us, 
Causing Thy mercy upon us to shine. 

2 Father, O hear me; 
Pardon and spare me; 
Calm all my terrors, 
Blot out my errors, 

That by Thine eyes they may no more be scanned. 

Order my goings; 

Direct all my doings; 

As it may please Thee, 

Retain or release me; 
All I commit to Thy Fatherly hand. 

3 Griefs of God's sending 
Soon have an ending; 
Clouds may be pouring, 
Wind and wave roaring; 

Sunshine will come when the tempest has past. 

Joys still increasing, 

And peace never ceasing, 

Fountains that dry not, 

And roses that die not, 
Blooming in Eden, await me at last. 

Paul Gerhardt, 1666. Tr. Richard Massie, 1857. 

448 7 7, 7 7, 7 7. 

EVERY morning mercies new 
Fall as fresh as morning dew; 



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Every morning let us pay 
Tribute with the early day; 
For Thy mercies, Lord, are sure, 
Thy compassion doth endure. 

Still the greatness of Thy love 
Daily doth our sins remove; 
Daily, far as east from west, 
Lifts the burden from the breast, 
Gives, unbought, to those who pray, 
Strength to stand in evil day. 

Let our prayers each morn prevail, 
That these gifts may never fail; 
And, as we confess the sin 
And the tempter's power within, 
Feed us with the Bread of Life, 
Fit us for our daily strife. 

As the morning light returns, 
As the sun with splendor burns, 
Teach us still to turn to Thee, 
Ever-blessed Trinity, 
With our hands our hearts to raise, 
In unfailing prayer and praise. 

Greville Phillimore, 1863. 



449 l m 

WAKE, my soul, and with the sun 
Thy daily stage of duty run; 
Shake off dull sloth and, joyful, rise 
To pay thy morning sacrifice. 



A v 



2 Wake and lift up thyself* my heart, 
And with the angels bear thy part, 
Who all night long unwearied sing 
High praise to the eternal King. 



350 TIMES AND SEASONS 

3 All praise to Thee, Who safe hast kept 
And hast refresheckcue while I slept: 

Grant, Lord, when I from death shall wake s 

1 may of endless light partake. 

4 Lord, I my vows to Thee renew; 
Disperse my sins as morning dew; 
Guard my first springs of thought and will, 
And with Thyself my spirit fill. 

5 Direct, control, suggest, this day, 
All I design, or do, or say, 

That all my powers, with all their might, 
In Thy sole glory may unite. 

6 Praise God, from Whom all blessings flow; 
Praise Him, all creatures here below; 
Praise Him above, ye heavenly host; 
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. 

Thomas Ken, 1695, 1709. 
450 7 7, 7 7, 7 7. 

CHRIST, Whose glory fills the skies, 
Christ, the true, the only Light, 
Sun of Righteousness, arise, 

Triumph o'er the shades of night; 
Day spring from on high, be near; 
Daystar, in my heart appear. 

2 Dark and cheerless is the morn, 

Unaccompanied by Thee; 
Joyless is the day's return 
* Till Thy mercy's beams I see: 

Till they inward light impart, 
Glad my eyes, and warm my heart, 

3 Visit then this soul of mine; 

Pierce the gloom of sin and grief; 
Fill me, radiancy divine, 
Scatter all my unbelief; 



MORXIXG 351 



More and more Thyself display, 
Shining to the perfect day. 

Charles Wesley, 1740. 



CM. 
OW that the sun is beaming bright, 
Once more to God we pray, 
That He, the uncreated Light, 
May guide our souls this day. 



N 



c 2 Xo sinful word, no deed of wrong, 
Nor thoughts that idly rove, 
But simple truth be on our tongue, 
And in our hearts be love. 

3 And while the hours in order flow, ' 

O Christ, securely fence 
Our gates, beleaguered by the foe,— 
The gate of every sense. 

4 And grant that to Thine honor, Lord, 

Our daily toil may tend; 
That we begin it at Thy word, 
And in Thy favor end. 

Latin Hymn, V Century. 
2V. John Henry Newman, 181/2, a. 



452 l. m. 

EYV every morning is the love 
Our wak'ning and uprising prove, 
Through sleep and darkness safely brought, 
Restored to life, and power, and thought. 



N 1 



2 Xew mercies, each returning day, 
Hover around us while we pray; 
Xew* perils past, new sins forgiven, 

Xew thoughts of God, new hopes of heaven. 

3 If on our daily course our mind 
Be set to hallow all we find, 



352 TIMES AND SEASONS 

New treasures still, of countless price, 
God will provide for sacrifice. 

4 The trivial round, the common task 
Will furnish all we ought to ask; 
Room to deny ourselves, a road 
To bring us daily nearer God. 

5 Only, O Lord, in Thy dear love, 
Fit us for perfect rest above; 
And help us, this and every day, 
To live more nearly as we pray. 

John Keble, 

453 c. m. 

ORD, for the mercies of the night 
My humble thanks I pay, 
And unto Thee I dedicate 
The first-fruits of the day. 



L° 



2 Let this day praise Thee, O my God, 
And so let all my days; 
And O, let my eternal day 
Be Thy eternal praise! 

John Mason, 168S. 



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454 7 8, 7 8, 7 3. 

^AYSPRING of Eternity, 
Light from endless Light proceeding, 
Let Thy beams upon us shine 
As the shadows are receding; 
And dispel by Thy great might 
Our dark night. 

2 As the soft refreshing dew 
Falls upon the drooping flower, 
So our fainting hearts renew 
By Thy Spirit's quickening power; 
Ne'er Thy bounteous grace withhold 
From Thy fold. 



MORXIXG 353 



3 Let the glow of Thy pure love 
All our icy coldness banish; 

In the radiance from above 
May our doubts and fears all vanish, 
That ere dying we may be 
Found in Thee. 

4 O Thou glorious Sun of grace, 
May Thy light be ne'er denied us ! 

Till we reach the heavenly place 
Shine upon our way to guide us, 
That at last among the blest 
We may rest. 

Christian Knorr v. Rosenroth, 16S$. 
Tr. J. F. Ohl, 1915. 

455 l. m. 

FORTH in Thy Name, O Lord, I go, 
My daily labor to pursue, 
Thee, only Thee, resolved to know 
In all I think, or speak, or do. 

2 The task Thy wisdom hath assigned, 

O, let me cheerfully fulfill; 
In all my works Thy presence find, 
And prove Thy good and perfect will. 

3 Thee may I set at my right hand, 

Whose eyes my inmost substance see, 
And labor on at Thy command, 
And offer all my works to Thee. 

4 Give me to bear Thy easy yoke, 

And every moment watch and pray, 
And still to things eternal look, 
And hasten to Thy glorious day; 

5 For Thee delightfully employ 

Whate'er Thy bounteous grace hath given, 
And run my course with even joy, 

And closely walk with Thee to heaven. 

Charles Wesley, 17 'fl. 



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EVENING 

456 11 io, n 10. 

O STRENGTH and Stay upholding all creation, 
Who ever dost Thyself unmoved abide, 
Yet day by day the light in due gradation 

From hour to hour through all its changes guide; 

2 Grant to life's day a calm unclouded ending, 

An eve untouched by shadows of decay, 

The brightness of a holy death-bed blending 

With dawning glories of the eternal day. 

3 Hear us, O Father, gracious and forgiving, 

Through Jesus Christ, Thy co-eternal Word, 
Who, with the Holy Ghost, by all things living, 
Now and to endless ages art adored. 

Ambrose {?), d. 397. 
Tr. John Ellerton and Fenton J. A. Hort, 1871. 



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457 5 5, 8 8, 5 5. 

OUND me falls the night; 
Saviour, be my Light; 
Through the hours in darkness shrouded 
Let me see Thy face unclouded; 
Let Thy glory shine 
In this heart of mine. 

2 Earthly work is done, 
Earthly sounds are none; 

Rest in sleep and silence seeking, 
Let me hear Thee softly speaking; 

In my spirit's ear 

Whisper, "I am near." 

3 Darkened now each ray 
O'er the traveller's way; 

Let me know that Thou hast found me, 
Let me feel Thine arms around me, 

Sure from every ill, 

Thou wilt guard me still. 



EVENING 355 



-t Blessed, heavenly Light, 

Shining through earth's night; 

Voice, that oft of love hast told me; 

Arms, so strong to clasp and hold me; 
Thou Thy watch wilt keep, 
Saviour, o'er my sleep. 

William Romanis, 1878. 

B 7 6, 7 6, 8 8. 

THE day is past and over; 
All thanks, Lord, to Thee! 
I pray Thee that offenceless 
The hours of dark may be. 
Jesus, keep me in Thy sight, 
And guard me through the coming night! 

2 The joys of day are over; 

I lift my heart to Thee, 
And call on Thee that sinless 

The hours of gloom may be. 
Jesus, make their darkness light, 
And save me through the coming night! 

3 The toils of day are over; 

I lift my heart to Thee, 
And ask that free from peril 

The hours of gloom may be. 
O Jesus, make their darkness light, 
And guard me through the coming night! 

4 Be Thou my soul's Preserver, 

O God, for Thou dost know 
How many are the perils 

Through which I have to go. 
Lover of men, hear my call, 
And guard and save me from them all! 

Anatolius, dr. VIII Century. 
Tr. John Mason Scale, 1853, 1862. 



356 TIMES AND SEASONS 

459 n n, ii 5. 

NOW God be with us, for the night is closing; 
The light and darkness are of His disposing; 
And 'neath His shadow here to rest we yield us, 
For He will shield us. 

2 Let evil thoughts and spirits flee before us; 
Till morning cometh, watch, O Master, o'er us; 
In soul and body Thou from harm defend us, 

Thine angels send us. 

3 Let holy thoughts be ours when sleep o'ertakes us; 
Our earliest thoughts be Thine when morning 

wakes us; 
All day serve Thee, in all that we are doing 
Thy praise pursuing. 

4 As Thy beloved, soothe the sick and weeping, 
And bid the prisoner lose his griefs in sleeping; 
Widows and orphans, we to Thee commend them; 

Do Thou befriend them. 

5 We have no refuge, none on earth to aid us, 

Save Thee, O Father, Who Thine own hast made us; 
But Thy dear presence will not leave them lonely, 
Who seek Thee only. 

6 Father, Thy Name be praised, Thy kingdom given; 
Thy will be done on earth as 'tis in heaven; 

Keep us in life, forgive our sins, deliver 
Us now and ever. 

Petrus Herbert, 1566. 

St. 5, Anon., 1627. 

Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1863. 

460 8 8,8 4. 

THE radiant morn hath passed away, 
And spent too soon her golden store; 
The shadows of departing day 
Creep on once more. 



EVENING 357 



2 Our life is but an autumn sun, 

Its glorious noon how quickly past; 
Lead us, O Christ, our life-work done, 
Safe home at last. 

3 O ! by Thy soul-inspiring grace 

Uplift our hearts to realms on high; 
Help us to look to that bright place 
Beyond the sky; 

4 Where light, and life, and joy, and peace 

In undivided empire reign, 
And thronging angels never cease 
Their deathless strain; 

5 Where saints are clothed in spotless white, 

And evening shadows never fall, 
Where Thou, eternal Light of Light, 
Art Lord of all. 

Godfrey Thring, 186$, 1899. 

461 io 10, 10 10, 10 io. 

THE day is gently sinking to a close : 
Fainter, and yet more faint the sunlight grows. 
O Brightness of Thy Father's glory, Thou 
Eternal Light of Light, be with us now; 
Where Thou art present, darkness cannot be; 
Midnight is glorious noon, O Lord, with Thee. 

2 Our changeful lives are ebbing to an end, 
Onward to darkness and to death we tend; 

O Conqueror of the grave, be Thou our Guide, 
Be Thou our Light in death's dark eventide; 
Then in our mortal hour will be no gloom, 
Xo sting in death, no terror in the tomb. 

3 Thou, Who in darkness walking, didst appear 
Upon the waves and Thy disciples cheer, 



358 TIMES AND SEASONS 

Come, Lord, in lonesome days, when storms assail, 
And earthly hopes and human succors fail; 
When all is dark, may we behold Thee nigh, 
And hear Thy voice, "Fear not, for it is I." 

4 The weary world is mouldering to decay, 
Its glories wane, its pageants fade away; 
In that last sunset, when the stars shall fall, 
May we arise, awakened by Thy call, 
With Thee, O Lord, for ever to abide 
In that blest day which has no eventide. 

Christopher Wordsworth, 1863. 



462 lm. 

LIGHT, O Trinity most blest! 

True God, supreme and ever best; 
As now the sun of day departs, 
Outpour Thy beams upon our hearts. 



o 



2 To Thee at morn our hymns we raise, 
At evening offer prayer and praise; 
And Thou our glorious theme shalt be 
Now and through all eternity. 

3 As darkness deepens, Lord, do Thou 
A night of quiet rest bestow; 
From all our sins grant us release, 
And bless us with Thy perfect peace. 



Latin Hymn, VII Century. 
Tr. Composite, 1890. 

L.M. 

UN of my soul, Thou Saviour dear, 
It is not night if Thou be near; 
O may no earth-born cloud arise 
To hide Thee from Thy servant's eyes. 



s 



2 When the soft dews of kindly sleep 
My wearied eyelids gently steep, 



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Be my last thought, how sweet to rest 
For ever on my Saviour's breast. 

3 Abide with me from morn till eve, 
For without Thee I cannot live; 
Abide with me when night is nigh, 
For without Thee I dare not die. 

4 If some poor wandering child of Thine 
Have spurned to-day the voice divine, 
Now, Lord, the gracious work begin; 
Let him no more lie down in sin. 

5 Watch by the sick; enrich the poor 
With blessings from Thy boundless store; 
Be every mourner's sleep to-night 
Like infant's slumbers, pure and light. 

6 Come near and bless us when we wake, 
Ere through the world our way we take; 
Till in the ocean of Thy love 
We lose ourselves in heaven above. 

John Keble, 

i 8 4, 8 4. D. 

THE sun declines; o'er land and sea 
Creeps on the night; 
The twinkling stars come one by one 

To shed their light; 
With Thee there is no darkness, Lord; 

With us abide, 
And 'neath Thy wings we rest secure 
This eventide. 

2 Forgive the wrong this day we've done, 
Or thought, or said; 
Each moment with its good or ill 
To Thee has fled; 



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O Father, in Thy mercy great 

Will we confide; 
Thy benediction now bestow 

This eventide. 

3 And when with morning light we rise, 

Kept by Thy care, 
We'll lift to Thee, with grateful hearts, 

Our morning prayer. 
Be Thou through life our strength and stay, 

Our guard and guide 
To that dear home where there will be 

No eventide. 

Robert Walmsley, 1893. 



465 7 7, 7 7. 

OFTLY now the light of day 
Fades upon my sight away; 
Free from care, from labor free, 
Lord, I would commune with Thee ! 



s 



2 Thou, Whose all-pervading eye 
Naught escapes, without, within, 
Pardon each infirmity, 

Open fault, and secret sin. 

3 Soon for me the light of day 
Shall for ever pass away; 
Then, from sin and sorrow free, 
Take me, Lord, to dwell with Thee. 

4 Thou Who, sinless, yet hast known 
All of man's infirmity, 

Then, from Thine eternal throne, 
Jesus, look with pitying eye. 

George Washington Doane, 182^. 



EVENING 361 



6 7 7, 7 7. 

SOURCE of light and life divine, 
Thou didst cause the light to shine; 
Thou didst bring Thy sunbeams forth 
O'er Thy new created earth. 

2 Shade of eve, and morning ray 
Took from Thee the name of day; 
Now the shades of night are nigh, 
Listen to our mournful cry. 

3 May we ne'er, by guilt opprest, 
Lose the way to endless rest; 
May no thoughts impure and vain 
Draw our souls to earth again. 

4 Rather lift them to the skies, 
Where our dear-bought treasure lies; 
Help us in our daily strife, 

Make us struggle into life. 

5 Holy Father, Holy Son, 
Holy Spirit, Three in One, 
Praise and glory be to Thee, 
Xow and through eternity. 

Latin Hymn, cir. V Century . 
Tr. John Chandler, 1SS7. 



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8 7, 8 7 

AVIOUR, breathe an evening blessing, 



Ere repose our spirits seal; 
Sin and want we come confessing; 

Thou canst save, and Thou canst heal. 

2 Though destruction walk around us, 
Though the arrow past us fly. 
Angel-guards from Thee surround us; 
We are safe if Thou art nigh. 



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3 Though the night be dark and dreary, 

Darkness cannot hide from Thee; 
Thou art He, Who, never weary, 
Watchest where Thy people be. 

4 Be Thou nigh should death o'ertake us; 

Jesus, then our Refuge be; 
And in Paradise awake us, 

There to rest in peace with Thee. 

James Edmeston, 1820. St. 4, Godfrey Thing, 1882. 



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468 8 4, 8 4, 8 8, 8 4. 

OD, that madest earth and heaven, 
Darkness and light; 
Who the day for toil hast given, 

For rest the night; 
May Thine angel-guards defend us, 
Slumber sweet Thy mercy send us, 
Holy dreams and hopes attend us, 
This livelong night. 

2 And when morn again shall call us 
To run life's way, 

May we still, whate'er befall us, 

Thy will obey. 
From the power of evil hide us, 
In the narrow pathway guide us, 
Nor Thy smile be e'er denied us, 

The livelong day. 

3 Guard us waking, guard us sleeping. 
And, when we die, 

May we in Thy mighty keeping 

All peaceful lie. 
When the last dread call shall wake us, 
Do not Thou, bur Lord, forsake us, 
But to reign in glory take us, 

With Thee on high. 

Reginald Heber, d. 1826. St. 2, Richard What eh,, 18S8. 

St. 3, William Mercer, 1S6';. 



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9 7 7 6, 7 7 8. 

NOW rest beneath night's shadow 
The woodland, field and meadow, 
The world in slumber lies; 
But thou, my heart, awake thee, 
To prayer and song betake thee, 
Let praise to thy Creator rise. 

2 Lord Jesus, Who dost love me, 
O spread Thy wings above me, 

And shield me from alarm! 
Though Satan would devour me, 
Let angel-guards sing o'er me: 

This child of God shall meet no harm. 

3 My loved ones, rest securely, 
For God this night will surely 

From perils guard your heads; 
Sweet slumbers may He send you, 
And bid His hosts attend you, 

And through the night watch o'er your beds. 

Paul Gerhardt, 16J>7. 

Tr. St. 1, Frances Elizabeth Cox, 186 4. a. 

St. 2, 3, Catherine JVinkworth, 1855. a. 



CM. 



NOW from the altar of our hearts 
Let incense flames arise; 
Assist us, Lord, to offer up 
Our evening sacrifice. 

2 Minutes and mercies multiplied 

Have made up all this day; 
Minutes came quick, but mercies were 
More fleet and free than they. 

3 Xew time, new favors, and new joys 

Do a new song require; 
Till we shall praise Thee as we would, 
Accept our heart's desire. 



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4 Lord of our time, Whose hand hath set 
New time upon our score, 
Thee shall we praise for all our time, 
When time shall be no more! 

John Mason, 1683. 



471 L. M. 

LL praise to Thee, my God, this night, 
For all the blessings of the light: 
Keep me, keep me, King of kings, 
Beneath Thine own almighty wings! 



A 1 



2 Forgive mef, Lord, for Thy dear Son, 
The ill that I this day have done, 
That with the world, myself, and Thee, 
I, ere I sleep, at peace may be. 

3 Teach me to live, that I may dread 
The grave as little as my bed; 
Teach me to die, that so I may 
Rise glorious at the Judgment-day. 

4 when shall I, in endless day, 
For ever chase dark sleep away, 
And hymns divine with angels sing 
In endless praise to Thee, my King? 

5 Praise God, from Whom all blessings flow; 
Praise Him, all creatures here below; 
Praise Him above, ye heavenly host; 
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. 

Thomas Ken, 1605, 1709. a. 



472 7 7,7 7. 

"OW the light has gone away; 
Saviour, listen while I pray, 
Asking Thee to watch and keep, 
And to send me quiet sleep. 



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EVENING 365 



2 Jesus, Saviour, wash away 

All that has been wrong to-day; 

Help me every day to be 

Good and gentle, more like Thee. 

3 Let my near and dear ones be 
Always near and dear to Thee; 
O bring me and all I love 

To Thy happy home above. 

4 Now my evening praise I give; 
Thou didst die that I might live: 
All my blessings come from Thee; 

. O how good Thou art to me ! 

5 Thou, my best and kindest Friend, 
Thou wilt love me to the end; 

Let me love Thee more and more, 
Always better than before. 

Frances Ridley Haver gal, 1869. 

S. M. 

THE day, O Lord, is spent; 
Abide with us, and rest; 
Our heart's desires are fully bent 
On making Thee our guest. 

2 We have not reached that land, 

That happy land, as yet, 
'Where holy angels round Thee stand, 
Whose Sun can never set. 

3 Our sun is sinking now; 

Our day is almost o'er; 
O Sun of Righteousness, do Thou 
Shine on us evermore. 

John Mason Neale, 181$. 



366 


TIMES AND SEASONS 


474 


6 4, 6 6. 




T llHE sun is sinking fast, 

A The daylight dies; 
Let love awake and pay 
Her evening sacrifice. 




% As Christ upon the Cross 
His head inclined, 
And to His Father's hands 
His parting soul resigned; 




3 So now herself my soul 
Would wholly give 
Into His sacred charge, 
In Whom all spirits live; 




4 So now beneath His eye 
Would calmly rest, 
Without a wish or thought 
Abiding in the breast; 




5 Save that His will be done, 
Whate'er betide — 
Dead to herself, and dead 
In Him to all beside. 




6 Thus would I live; yet now 
Not I, but He, 
In all His power and love, 
Henceforth alive in me. 

Author unknown, 1805. 
Tr. Edward Caswall, 1858. 


475 


7 7 7,5. 

TTOLY Father, cheer our way 
JLJL With Thy love's perpetual ray; 
Grant us every closing day 
Light at evening time. 



EVENING 367 



c 2 Holy Saviour, calm our fears 

When earth's brightness disappears; 
Grant us in our latter years 
Light at evening time. 

3 Holy Spirit, be Thou nigh 
When in mortal pains we lie; 
Grant us, as we come to die, 

Light at evening time. 

4 Holy, Blessed Trinity, 
Darkness is not dark to Thee; 
Those Thou keepest always see 

Light at evening time. 

Richard Hayes Robinson, 1869. 

4:7 Q The Evening of Life . 10 10, 10 10. 

ABIDE with me; fast falls the eventide; 
i\ The darkness deepens, Lord, with me abide; 
When other helpers fail, and comforts flee, 
Help of the helpless, O abide with me. 

2 Swift to its close ebbs out life's little day; 
Earth's joys grow dim, its glories pass away; 
Change and decay in all around I see; 

O Thou Who changes t not, abide with me. 

3 Xot a brief glance I beg, a passing word, 

But as Thou dwell'st with Thy disciples, Lord, 
Familiar, condescending, patient, free, 
Come, not to sojourn, but abide with me. 

4 Come not in terrors as the King of kings, 

But kind and good, with healing on Thy wings; 
Tears for all woes, a heart for every plea; 
O Friend of sinners, thus abide with me ! 

5 Thou on my head in early youth didst smile, 
And, though rebellious and perverse meanwhile, 
Thou hast not left me, oft as I left Thee: 

On to the close, O Lord, abide with me! 



368 TIMES AND SEASONS 

6 I need Thy presence every passing hour; 

What but Thy grace can foil the tempter's power? 
Who like Thyself my guide and stay can be? 
Through cloud and sunshine, O abide with me. 

7 I fear no foe, with Thee at hand to bless; 
Ills have no weight, and tears no bitterness. 
Where is death's sting? Where, grave, thy victory? 
I triumph still, if Thou abide with me ! 

8 Hold Thou Thy Cross before my closing eyes, 
Shine through the gloom, and point me to the skies; 
Heaven's morning breaks, and earth's vain shadows 

flee; 
In life, in deathj O Lord, abide with me. 

Henry Francis Lyte, 18^7. 



477 l. M. 

UNK is the sun's last beam of light, 
And now the world is wrapt in night. 
Christ, light us with Thy heavenly ray, 
Nor let our feet in darkness stray. 



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2 Thanks, Lord, that Thou throughout the day 
Hast kept all grief and harm away; 

That angels tarried round about 
Our coming in and going out. 

3 Whate'er of wrong we've done or said, 
Let not the charge on us be laid; 

That, through Thy free forgiveness blest, 
In peaceful slumber we may rest. 

4 Thy guardian angels round us place 
All evil from our couch to chase; 
Our soul and body, while we sleep, 
In safety, gracious Father, keep. 

Nicolaus Hermann, 1560. 
Tr. Frances Elizabeth Cox, 1841. 



NEW YEAR 369 



478 8 7, 8 7, 7 7. 

THROUGH the day Thy love hath spared us; 
Now we lay us down to rest; 
Through the silent watches guard us, 

Let no foe our peace molest; 
Jesus, Thou our Guardian be; 
Sweet it is to trust in Thee. 



Pilgrims here on earth, and strangers, 
Dwelling in the midst of foes, 

Us and ours preserve from dangers; 
In Thine arms may we repose, 

And when life's brief day is past, 

Rest with Thee in heaven at last. 



Thomas Kelly, 1806. 



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NEW YEAR 

479 7 6, 7 6. D. 

GOD, the Rock of Ages, 
Who evermore hast been, 
What time the tempest rages, 

Our dwelling-place serene; 
Before Thv first creations, 

O Lord, the same as now, 
To endless generations 
The Everlasting Thou! 

2 Our years are like the shadows 

On sunny hills that lie, 
Or grasses in the meadows 

That blossom but to die; 
A sleep, a dream, a story 

By strangers quickly told, 
An unremaining glory 

Of things that soon are old. 



370 TIMES AND SEASONS 

3 O Thou, Who canst not slumber, 

Whose light grows never pale, 
Teach us aright to number 

Our years before they fail; 
On us Thy mercy lighten, 

On us Thy goodness rest, 
And let Thy Spirit brighten 

The hearts Thyself hast blessed. 

Edward Henry Bicker steth, I860- 

480 S. M. D. 

A FEW more years shall roll, 
A few more seasons come, 
And we shall be with those that rest 

Asleep within the tomb. 
Then, O my Lord, prepare 

My soul for that great day; 
O wash me in Thy precious Blood, 
And take my sins away. 

2 A few more suns shall set 

O'er these dark hills of time; 
And we shall be where suns are not, — 

A far serener clime. 
Then, O my Lord, prepare 

My soul for that blest day; 
O wash me in Thy precious Blood, 

And take my, sins away. 

3 A few more storms shall beat 

On this wild rocky shore, 
And we shall be where tempests cease, 

And surges swell no more. 
Then, O my Lord, prepare 

My soul for that calm day; 
O wash me in Thy precious Blood, 

And take my sins away. 



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4 A few more struggles here, 

A few more partings o'er, 
A few more toils, a few more tears, 

And we shall weep no more. / 

Then, O my Lord, prepare 

My soul for that blest day; 
O wash me in Thy precious Blood, 

And take my sins away. 

5 'Tis but a little while, 

And He shall come again 
Who died that we might live, Who lives 

That we with Him may reign. . 
Then, O my Lord, prepare 

My soul for that glad day; 
O wash me in Thy precious Blood, 

And take my sins away. 

Horatius Bonar, 18 1$. 

11,11. 

FOR Thy mercy and Thy grace, 
Constant through another year, 
Hear our song of thankfulness, 
Jesus, our Redeemer, hear. 

2 In our weakness and distress, 

Rock of strength, be Thou our stay; 
In the pathless wilderness, 
Be our true and living way. 

3 Who of us death's awful road 

In the coming vear shall tread, — 
With Thy rod and staff, O God, 
Comfort Thou his dying head. 

4 Keep us faithful; keep us pure; 

Keep us evermore Thine own; 
Help, O help us to endure; 

Fit us for the promised crown. 

Henry Doirnton, 18^1. 



372 TIMES AND SEASONS 

482 L. M. 

GREAT God! we sing that mighty Hand 
By which, supported still, we stand; 
The opening year Thy mercy shows; 
Let mercy crown it till it close. 

2 By day, by night, at home, abroad, 
Still we are guarded by our God; 
By His incessant bounty fed, 

By His unerring counsel led. 

3 With grateful hearts the past we own^ 
The future, all to us unknown, 

We to Thy guardian care commit, 
And, peaceful, leave before Thy feet. 

4 In scenes exalted or depressed, 
Thou art our joy, and Thou our rest; 
Thy goodness all our hopes shall raise, 
Adored through all our changing days. 

5 When death shall interrupt these songs, 
And seal in silence mortal tongues, 
Our Helper, God, in Whom we trust, 
In better worlds our souls shall boast. 

Philip Doddridge, d. 1751. 



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HARVEST 

483 8 7, 8 7. D. 

10 Thee, O Lord, our hearts we raise 
In hymns of adoration, 
To Thee bring sacrifice of praise 

With shouts of exultation; 
Bright robes of gold the fields adorn, 

The hills with joy are ringing, 
The valleys stand so thick with corn 
That even they are singing. 



HARVEST 373 



2 And now, on this our festal day, 

Thy bounteous hand confessing, 
Upon Thine altar, Lord, we lay 

The first-fruits of Thy blessing; 
By Thee the souls of men are fed 

With gifts of grace supernal : 
Thou, Who dost give us daily bread, 

Give us the Bread Eternal. 

3 We bear the burden of the day, 

And often toil seems dreary; 
But labor ends with sunset ray, 

And rest comes for the weary; 
May we, the angel -reaping o'er, 

Stand at the last accepted, 
Christ's golden sheaves for evermore 

To garners bright elected. 

4 O blessed is that land of God, 

Where saints abide for ever, 
Where golden fields spread fair and broad, 

Where flows the crystal river; 
The strains of all its holy throng 

With ours to-day are blending; 
Thrice blessed is that harvest-song 

Which never hath an ending. 

William Chatterton Dix, 186^. 

484 7 7, 7 7. D. 

COME, ye thankful people, come; 
Raise the song of harvest-home. 
All is safely gathered in 
Ere the winter storms begin. 
God our Maker doth provide 
For our wants to be supplied; 
Come, to God's own temple come, 
Raise the song of harvest-home. 



374 TIMES AND SEASONS 

2 All the world is God's own field, 
Fruit unto His praise to yield; 
Wheat and tares together sown, 
Unto joy or sorrow grown; 
First the bjade and then the ear, 
Then the full corn shall appear; 
Lord of harvest, grant that we 
Wholesome grain and pure may be. 

3 For the Lord our God shall come 
And shall take His harvest home; 
From His field shall in that day 
All offences purge away; 

Give His angels charge at last 
In the fire the tares to cast; 
But the fruitful ears to store 
In His garner evermore. 

4 Even so, Lord, quickly come, 
To Thy final harvest-home; 
Gather Thou Thy people in, 
Free from sorrow, free from sin, 
There for ever purified, 

In Thy presence to abide; 

Come with all Thine angels, come, 

Raise the glorious harvest-home ! 

1865. 



485 7 7, 7 7. 

►RAISE to God, immortal praise 
For the Love that crowns our days! 
Bounteous source of every joy, 
Let Thy praise our tongues employ ! 



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2 For the blessings of the field, 
For the stores the gardens yield; 



HARVEST 375 



Flocks that whiten all the plain; 
Yellow sheaves of ripened grain : 

3 All that spring, with bounteous hand, 
Scatters o'er the smiling land; 

All that liberal autumn pours 
From her overflowing stores: 

4 These to Thee, our God ! we owe, 
Source whence all our blessings flow! 
And for these our souls shall raise 
Grateful vows and solemn praise. 

Anna Laetitia Barbauld, 1772. 

7 6, 7 6. D. 

WE plough the fields, and scatter 
The good seed on the land, 
But it is fed and watered 

By God's almighty hand; 
He sends the snow in winter, 

The warmth to swell the grain, 
The breezes and the sunshine, 
And soft refreshing rain. 

All good gifts around us 

Are sent from heaven above, 
Then thank the Lord, thank the Lord, 

For all His love. 

He only is the Maker 

Of all things near and far; 
He paints the wayside flower; 

He lights the evening star; 
The winds and waves obey Him; 

By Him the birds are fed; 
Much more to us, His children, 

He gives our daily bread. 



376 TIMES AND SEASONS 

3 We thank Thee then, Father, 

For all things bright and good, 
The seed-time and the harvest, 

Our life, our health, our food; 
No gifts have we to offer 

For all Thy love imparts, 
But that which Thou desirest, 

Our humble, thankful hearts. 

Matthias Claudius, 1782. 
Tr. Jane Montgomery Campbell, 1861. 



487 7 7, 7 7. 

►RAISE, O praise our God and King; 
Hymns of adoration sing; 
For His mercies still endure 
Ever faithful, ever sure. 



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2 Praise Him that He made the sun 
Day by day his course to run, 
And the silver moon by night, 
Shining with her gentle light. 

3 Praise Him that He gave the rain 
To mature the swelling grain, 
And hath bid the fruitful field 
Crops of precious increase yield. 

4 Praise Him for our harvest-store, — 
He hath filled the garner-floor, — 
And for richer food than this, 
Pledge of everlasting bliss. 

5 Glory to our bounteous King! 
Glory let creation sing! 
Glory to the Father, Son, 
And Blest Spirit, Three in One ! 

Henry Williams Baker, 1861. 



HARVEST 377 



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488 In Time of Want 7 7, 7 7, 7 7. 

HAT our Father does is well; 
Blessed truth His children tell! 
Though He send, for plenty, want, 
Though the harvest store be scant, 
Yet we rest upon His love, 
Seeking better things above. 



What our Father does is well; 
Shall the w r illful heart rebel 
If a blessing He withhold 
In the field, or in the fold? 
Is He not Himself to be 
All our store eternally? 

What our Father does is well; 
Though He sadden hill and dell, 
Upward yet our praises rise 
For the strength His Word supplies; 
He has called us sons of God; 
Can we murmur at His rod? 

What our Father does is well; 
May the thought within us dwell! 
Though nor milk nor honey flow 
In our barren Canaan now, 
God can save us in our need, 
God can bless us, God can feed. 

Therefore unto Him we raise 
Hymns of glory, songs of praise; 
To the Father and the Son 
And the Spirit, Three in One, 
Honor, might, and glory be, 
Now and through eternity. 



Benjamin Schmolck, 1720. 
Tr. Henry Williams Baler, 1861. a. 



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378 TIMES AND SEASONS 

NATIONAL 

489 6 6 4, 6 6 6 4. 

OD bless our native land ! 
Firm may she ever stand 
Through storm and night; 
When the wild tempests rave, 
Ruler of wind and wave, 
Do Thou our country save 
By Thy great might! 

2 For her our prayers shall rise 
To God above the skies; 

On Him we wait. 
Thou Who art ever nigh, 
Guarding with watchful eye, 
To Thee aloud we cry, 

God save the State ! 

Based on a German Hymn by 

Siegfried August Mahlmann, 1815. 

Charles Timothy Brooks, c. 1833. 

Revised by John S. Divight, 18kh> 



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490 6 6 4, 6 6 6 4. 

Y country, 'tis of thee, 
Sweet land of liberty, 
Of thee I sing; 
Land where my fathers died, 
Land of the pilgrims' pride, 
From every mountain side 
Let freedom ring. 

2 My native country, thee, 
Land of the noble free, 

Thy name I love; 
I love thy rocks and rills, 
Thy woods and templed hills; 
My heart with rapture thrills 

Like that above. 



NATIONAL 379 



Let music swell the breeze, 
And ring from all the trees 

Sweet freedom's song; 
Let mortal tongues awake; 
Let all that breathe partake; 
Let rocks their silence break, 

The sound prolong. 

Our fathers' God, to Thee, 
Author of liberty, 

To Thee we sing: 
Long may our land be bright 
With freedom's holy light; 
Protect us by Thy might, 

Great God, our King. 

Samuel Francis Smith, 1832. 



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491 6 6, 6 6, 4 4, 4 4. 

EFORE the Lord we bow, 
The God Who reigns above, 
And rules the world below, 
Boundless in power and love. 
Our thanks we bring 
In joy and praise, 
Our hearts we raise 
To heaven's high King. 

2 The nation Thou hast blest 
May well Thy love declare, 

From foes and fears at rest, 

Protected by Thy care. 

For this fair land, 

For this bright day, 

Our thanks we pay — 

Gifts of Thy hand. 

3 May every mountain height, 
Each vale and forest green, 

Shine in Thy Word's pure light, 
And its rich "fruits be seen! 



380 TIMES AND SEASONS 

May every tongue 

Be tuned to praise, 

And join to raise 
A grateful song. 

4 Earth, hear thy Maker's voice, 

Thy great Redeemer own; 
Believe, obey, rejoice, . 
And worship Him alone. 
Cast down thy pride, 
Thy sin deplore, 
And bow before 
The Crucified. 

5 And when in power He comes, 

O may our native land, 
From all its rending tombs, 
Send forth a glorious band, 
A countless throng, 
Ever to sing 
To heaven's high King 
Salvation's song. 

Francis Scott Key, 1832. 

492 l. m. 

EFORE Jehovah's awful throne, 
Ye nations bow with sacred joy: 
Know^ that the Lord is God alone, 
He can create, and He destroy. 



B 



2 His sovereign power, without our aid, 

Made us of clay, and formed us men; 
And when like wandering sheep we strayed, 
He brought us to His fold again. 

3 We are His people, we His care, 

Our souls and all our mortal frame; 
What lasting honors shall we rear, 
Almighty Maker, to Thy Name? 



NATIONAL 381 



4 We'll crowd Thy gates with thankful songs, 

High as the heavens our voices raise, 
And earth, with her ten thousand tongues, 
Shall fill Thy courts with sounding praise. 

5 Wide as the w^orld is Thy command, 

Vast as eternity Thy love; 
Firm as a rock Thv truth must stand, 
When rolling years shall cease to move. 

Isaac Watts, 1719. 
Revised by John Wesley, 1736. 

493 io 10, 10 io. 

GOD of our fathers, Whose almighty hand 
Leads forth in beauty all the starry band 
Of shining worlds in splendor through the skies, 
Our grateful songs before Thy throne arise. 

2 Thy love divine hath led us in the past; 
In this free land by Thee our lot is cast; 

Be Thou our Ruler, Guardian, Guide, and Stay; 
Thy Word our law, Thy paths our chosen way. 

3 From war's alarms, from deadly pestilence, 
Be Thy strong arm our ever sure defence; 
Thy true religion in our hearts increase, 
Thy bounteous goodness nourish us in peace. 

4 Refresh Thy people on their toilsome w r ay, 
Lead us from night to never-ending day; 
Fill all our lives with love and grace divine, 
And glory, laud, and praise be ever Thine. 

Daniel C. Roberts, 1876. 



494 7 6, 7 6. D. 

IROM ocean unto ocean 
Our land shall own Thee Lord, 
And, filled with true devotion, 
Obey Thy sovereign Word, 



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382 TIMES AND SEASONS 

Our prairies and our mountains, 

Forest and fertile field, 
Our rivers, lakes, and fountains, 

To Thee shall tribute yield. 

2 O Christ, for Thine own glory, 

And for our country's weal, 
We humbly plead before Thee, 

Thyself in us reveal; 
And may we know, Lord Jesus, 

The touch of Thy dear hand; 
And, healed of our diseases, 

The tempter's power withstand. 

3 Our Saviour King, defend us, 

And guide where we should go; 
Forth, with Thy message send us, 

Thy love and light to show; 
Till, fired with true devotion 

Enkindled by Thy Word, 
From ocean unto ocean 

Our land shall own Thee Lord. 

Robert Murray, 1880. 



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495 7 7, 7 7. D. 

IHOU, by heav'nly hosts adored, 
Gracious, mighty, sovereign Lord, 
God of nations, King of kings, 
Head of all created things, 
By the Church with joy confest, 
God o'er all for ever blest, 
Pleading at Thy throne we stand, 
Save Thy people, bless our land. 

2 From all public sin and shame, 
From ambition's grasping aim, 
From rebellion, war and death, 
From the pestilential breath, 



NATIONAL 383 



From dread famine's awful stroke, 
From oppression's galling yoke, 
From the judgments of Thy hand, 
Spare Thy people, spare our land. 

3 Let our rulers ever be 

Men that love and honor Thee; 
Let the powers by Thee ordained 
Be in righteousness maintained; 
In the people's hearts increase 
Love of piety and peace; 
Thus united, we shall stand 
One wide, free, and happy land. 

Henry Harbaugh, 1860. 
Thanksgiving after War 6 7, 6 7, 6 6, 6 6. 

LORD God, we worship Thee! 
J In loud and happy chorus 
We praise Thy love and power, 
Whose goodness reigneth o'er us. 
To heaven our song shall soar, 

For ever shall it be 
Resounding o'er and o'er. 
Lord God, we worship Thee! 

2 Lord God, we worship Thee! 
For Thou our land defendest; 

Thou pourest down Thy grace, 
And strife and war Thou endest. 
Since golden peace, O Lord, 

Thou grantest us to see, 
Our land, with one accord, 

Lord God, gives thanks to Thee! 

3 Lord God, we worship Thee! 
Thou didst indeed chastise us; 

Yet still Thy anger spares, 
And still Thy mercy tries us; 



384 TIMES AND SEASONS 

Once more our Father's hand 

Doth bid our sorrows flee, 
And peace rejoice our land; 

Lord God, we worship Thee! 

4 Lord God, we worship Thee ! 
And pray Thee, Who hast blest us, 

That we may live in peace, 

And none henceforth molest us; 

O crown us with Thy love; 

Fulfill our cry to Thee; 
O Father, grant our prayer; 
Lord God, we worship Thee ! 

Johann Franck, 1653. 
Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1863. 

« 

497 ii io, n 9. 

GOD the All-merciful ! earth hath forsaken 
Thy ways of blessedness, slighted Thy Word; 
Bid not Thy wrath in its terrors awaken : 
Give to us peace in our time, O Lord ! 

2 God the All-righteous One! man hath defied Thee; 

Yet to eternity standeth Thy Word; 
Falsehood and wrong shall not tarry beside Thee: 
Give to us peace in our time, O Lord! 

3 God the All-wise ! by the fire of Thy chastening 

Earth shall to freedom and truth be restored; 
Through the thick darkness Thy kingdom is hasten- 
ing: . m 
Thou wilt give peace in Thy time, O Lord! 

4 So shall Thy children with thankful devotion 

Praise Him Who saved them from peril and sword, 
Singing in chorus from ocean to ocean, 

"Peace to the nations, and praise to the Lord." 

Arranged from Henry F. Chorley, 18^2. 
and John Ellerton, 1870. 



NATIONAL 385 



4:98 For a Day of Humiliation L. M. 

HEX in the hour of utmost need 
We know not where to look for aid, 
When days and nights of anxious thought 
Nor help nor counsel yet have brought; 



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2 Then this our comfort is alone, 

That we may meet before Thy throne, 
And cry, O faithful God, to Thee 
For rescue from our misery; 

3 To Thee may raise our hearts and eyes, 
Repenting sore with bitter sighs, 

And seek Thy pardon for our sin, 
And respite from our griefs within. 

4 For Thou hast promised graciously 
To hear all those who cry to Thee, 
Through Him Whose Name alone is great, 
Our Saviour and our Advocate. 

5 O, hide not for our sins Thy face, 
Absolve us through Thy boundless grace, 
Be with us in our anguish still, 

Free us at last from everv ill; 

6 That so with all our hearts we may 
To Thee our glad thanksgiving pay, 
And walk obedient to Thv Word, 
And now and ever praise the Lord. 

Paul Eber, 1-560. 

Based on a Hymn by Joachim Camerarius, before 15^6. 

Tr. Catherine WinkwortL 1858. a. 



499 In Time of War L. M. 

GOD of Love, O King of Peace, 

Make wars throughout the world to cease; 

The wrath of sinful man restrain; 

Give peace, God, give peace again. 



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386 TIMES AND SEASONS 

2 Remember, Lord, Thy works of old, 
The wonders that our fathers told; 
Remember not our sin's dark stain; 
Give peace, O God, give peace again. 

3 Whom shall we trust but Thee, O Lord? 
Where rest but on Thy faithful Word? 
None ever called on Thee in vain; 
Give peace, O God, give peace again. 

4 Where saints and angels dwell above, 
All hearts are knit in holy love; 

O bind us in that heavenly chain; 
Give peace, O God, give peace again. 

Henry Williams Baker, 1861- 



500 



ON LAND AND SEA 

8 5, 8 3. 

HOLY Father, in Thy mercy 
Hear our anxious prayer; 
Keep our loved ones, now far absent, 
'Neath Thy care. 

2 Jesus, Saviour, let Thy presence 

Be their light and guide; 
Keep, O keep them, in their weakness, 
At Thy side. 

3 When in sorrow, when in danger, 

When in loneliness, 
In Thy love look down and comfort 
Their distress. 

4 May the joy of Thy salvation 

Be their strength and stay; 
May they love and may they praise Thee 
Day by day. 



ON LAND AND SEA 387 

5 Holy Spirit, let Thy teaching 

Sanctify their life; 
Send Thy grace that they may conquer 
In the strife. 

6 Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, 

God the One in Three, 
Bless them, guide them, save them, keep them 
Near to Thee. 

Isabella S. Stephenson, 1889. 

01 For Those at Sea 7 6, 7 G. D. 

THE ocean hath no danger 
For those whose prayers are made 
To Him Who, in a manger, 
A helpless babe was laid; 
Who, born to tribulation 

And every human ill, 
Yet, Lord of His creation, 
The wildest waves can still. 

2 If fierce the tempest round us, 

And white the angry deep, 
Yet He, Whose love hath found us, 

Can still His treasure keep; 
Xor wind nor wave can harm us, 

Xor hope itself grow dim, 
No tempest need alarm us, 

If peace we seek in Him. 

3 Though life itself be waning, 

And waves shall o'er us sweep, 
The wild wind's sad complaining 

Shall lull us still to sleep; 
For, as a gentle slumber, 

KVn death itself shall prove 
To those whom Christ doth number 

As worthy of His love. 



388 TIMES AND SEASONS 

4 Then, Holy Jesus, hear us, 

And keep us free from harm, 
Have pity, Lord, and bear us 

On Thy supporting arm, 
Should storm or calm befall us, 

Whate'er our lot may be, 
When all is o'er, — then call us 

Home, Saviour, — home to Thee. 

Godfrey Thring, 1862. 



502 For Those at Sea C. M. 

LORD, be with us when we sail 
Upon the lonely deep, 
Our Guard when on the silent deck 
The midnight watch we keep. 



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2 We need not fear, though all around 

'Mid rising winds we hear 
The multitude of waters surge; 
For Thou, God, art near. 

3 The calm, the breeze, the gale, the storm 

That pass from land to land, 
All, all are Thine, are held within 
The hollow of Thy hand. 

4 Across this trouble4 tide of life 

Thyself our Pilot be, 
Until we reach that better land, 
The land that knows no sea. 

5 To Thee the Father, Thee the Son, 

Whom earth and sky adore, 
And Spirit moving on the deep, 
Be praise for evermore. 

« Edward Arthur Dayman, 1865. 



DEATH 389 



5Q3 For Those at Sea 8 8, 8 8, 8 8. 

ETERNAL Father! strong to save, 
Whose arm doth bind the restless wave, 
Who bid'st the mighty ocean deep 
Its own appointed limits keep; 
O hear us when we cry to Thee 
For those in peril on the sea. 

2 O Saviour, Whose almighty Word 

The winds and waves submissive heard, 
Who walkedst on the foaming deep, 
And calm amid the storm didst sleep; 
O hear us when we cry to Thee 
For those in peril on the sea. 

3 O Holy Spirit, Who didst brood 
Upon the waters dark and rude, 
Who bad'st their angry tumult cease, 
And give for wild confusion peace; 

O hear us when we cry to Thee 
For those in peril on the sea. 

4 O Trinity of Love and Power! 

Our brethren shield in danger's hour; 
From rock and tempest, fire and foe, 
Protect them wheresoe'er they go; 
And ever let there rise to Thee 
Glad hymns of praise from land and sea. 

William Whiting, I860, 1869. 

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DEATH 
504 s m. 

r is not death to die — 
To leave this weary road, 
And. 'midst the brotherhood on high, 
To be at home with God. 



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390 THE LIFE EVERLASTING 

2 It is not death to close 

The eye long dimmed with tears, 
And wake in glorious repose 
To spend eternal years. 

3 It is not death to bear 

The wrench that sets us free 
From dungeon chain, to breathe the air 
Of boundless liberty. 

4 It is not death to fling 

Aside this sinful dust, 
And rise on strong exulting wing 
To live among the just. 

5 Jesus, Thou Prince of Life, 

Thy chosen cannot die; 
Like Thee, they conquer in the strife, 
To reign with Thee on high. 

H. A. Cesar Malan, 1832. 
Tr. George Washington Bethune, 18^7. 



505 cm. 

^R God, our help in ages past, 
Our hope for years to come, 
Our shelter from the stormy blast, 
And our eternal home ! 



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2 Under the shadow of Thy throne 

Thy saints have dwelt secure; 
Sufficient is Thine arm alone, 
And our defence is sure. 

3 Before the hills in order stood, 

Or earth received her frame, 
From everlasting Thou art God, 
To endless years the same. 



DEATH 391 



4 A thousand ages in Thy sight 

Are like an evening gone, 
Short as the watch that ends the night. 
Before the rising sun. 

5 Time, like an ever-rolling stream, 

Bears all its sons away; 
They fly, forgotten as a dream 
Dies at the opening day. 

6 Our God, our help in ages past, 

Our hope for years to come, 
Be Thou our guard while troubles last, 
And our eternal home ! 

Isaac Watts, 1719. 



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506 8 8,88,88. 

ORD Jesus Christ, true Man and God, 
Who bores t anguish, scorn, the rod, 
And diedst at last upon the Tree, 
To bring Thy Father's grace to me; 
I pray Thee, through that bitter woe, 
Let me, a sinner, mercy know. 

When comes the hour of failing breath, 
And I must wrestle, Lord, with death, 
Then come, Lord Jesus, come with speed, 
And help me in my hour of need; 
Lead me from this dark vale beneath, 
And shorten then the pangs of death. 

Joyful my resurrection be; 
Thou in the Judgment plead for me, 
And hide my sins, Lord, from Thy face, 
And give me life, of Thy dear grace. 
I trust in Thee, O blessed Lord, 
And claim the promise of Thy Word. 

Paul Eber, 1557. 
Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1855. a. 



392 THE LIFE EVERLASTING 

507 L. M. 
A SLEEP in Jesus ! blessed sleep, 

JTTL From which none ever wakes to weep; 
A calm and undisturbed repose, 
Unbroken by the last of foes. 

2 Asleep in Jesus ! how sweet 
To be for such a slumber meet; 
With holy confidence to sing 

That death has lost his venomed sting. 

3 Asleep in Jesus ! peaceful rest, 
Whose waking is supremely blest; 

' No fear, nor woe, shall dim that hour 
That manifests the Saviour's power. 

4 Asleep in Jesus ! O, for me 
May such a blissful refuge be ! 
Securely shall my ashes lie, 
Waiting the summons from on high. 

Margaret Mackay, 1882. 

508 8 8, 8 8, 8 8. 

GOD of the living, in Whose eyes 
Unveiled Thy whole creation lies, 
All souls are Thine; we must not say 
That those are dead who pass away, 
From this our world of flesh set free; 
We know them living unto Thee. 

2 Released from earthly toil and strife, 
With Thee is hidden still their life; 

Thine are their thoughts, their works, their powers, 
All Thine, and yet most truly ours; 
For well we know, where'er they be, 
Our dead are living unto Thee. 

3 Not spilt like water on the ground, 

Not wrapped in dreamless sleep profound, 
Not wandering in unknown despair 
Beyond Thy voice, Thine arm, Thy care; 



DEATH 393 



Not left to lie like fallen tree; 
Not dead, but living unto Thee. 

Thy Word is true, Thy will is just; 
To Thee we leave them, Lord, in trust, 
And bless Thee for the love which gave 
Thy Son to fill a human grave, 
That none might fear that world to see 
Where all are living unto Thee. 

O Breather into man of breath, 

O Holder of the keys of death, 

O Giver of the life within, 

Save us from death, the death of sin; 

That body, soul, and spirit be 

For ever living unto Thee ! 

John Ellerton, 1858-67. 

7 7, 7 7, 8 8. 

NOW the laborer's task is o'er, 
Now the battle-day is past 
Now upon the farther shore 
Lands the voyager at last. 
Father, in Thy gracious keeping 
Leave we now Thy servant sleeping. 

2 There the tears of earth are dried, 

There its hidden things are clear, 
There the work of life is tried 

By a juster Judge than here. 
Father, in Thy gracious keeping 
Leave we now Thy servant sleeping. 

3 There the ransomed souls, that turn 

To the Cross their dying eyes, 
All the love of Christ shall learn 

At His feet in Paradise. 
Father, in Thy gracious keeping 
Leave we now Thy servant sleeping. 



394 THE LIFE EVERLASTING 

4 "Earth to earth, and dust to dust," 

Calmly now the words we say, 
Left behind we wait in trust 

Till the Resurrection-day. 
Father, in Thy gracious keeping 
Leave we now Thy servant sleeping. 

At sea the following should be sung instead of the last stanza: 

5 Laid in ocean's quiet bed, 

Calmly now the words we say, 
"Till the sea gives up her dead"; 

Till the Resurrection-day. 
Father, in Thy gracious keeping 
Leave we now Thy servant sleeping. 

John Ellerton, 1871. 
510 10 10,5 10. 

OHOW blest are ye whose toils are ended! 
Who, through death, have unto God ascended ! 
Ye have arisen 
From the cares which keep us still in prison. 

£ Christ has wiped away your tears forever; 
Ye have that for which we still endeavor. 

To you are chanted 
Songs that ne'er to mortal ears were granted. 

3 Ah ! who would then not depart with gladness, 
To inherit heaven for earthly sadness? 

Who here would languish 
Longer in bewailing and in anguish? 

4 Come, O Christ, and loose the chains that bind us ! 
Lead us forth, and cast this world behind us! 

With Thee, th' Anointed, 
Finds the soul its joy and rest appointed. 

Simon Dach, 1635. 
Tr. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, 1846. 



RESURRECTION 395 



RESURRECTION 

7 8, 7 8, 7 7. 

JESUS CHRIST, my sure Defence 
And my Saviour, ever liveth; 
Knowing this, my confidence 
Rests upon the hope it giveth, 

Though the night of death be fraught 
Still with many an anxious thought. 

2 Jesus, my Redeemer, lives! 
I, too, unto life must waken; 

He will have me where He is. 
Shall my courage then be shaken? 
Shall I fear? Or could the Head 
Rise and leave His members dead? 

3 Nay, too closely am I bound 
Unto Him by hope for ever; 

Faith's strong hand the rock hath found, 
Grasped it, and will leave it never: 
Not the ban of death can part 
From its Lord the trusting heart. 

4 Saviour, draw away our heart 
Now from pleasures base and hollow, 

Let us there with Thee have part, 
Here on earth Thy footsteps fellow. 
Fix our hearts beyond the skies, 
Whither we ourselves would rise. 

Luise Henriette v. Brandenburg (?), 1653. 
Tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1863. a 

2 7 8, 7 8, 7 7. 

JESUS lives ! no longer now 
Can thy terrors, Death, appall us; 
Jesus lives! by this we know 
From the grave He will recall us. 
Brighter scenes will then commence; 
This shall be our confidence. 



396 THE LIFE EVERLASTING 

2 Jesus lives ! to Him the throne 
High o'er heaven and earth is given; 

We shall go where He is gone, 
Live and reign with Him in heaven, 

God is pledged; weak doub tings hence! 

This shall be our confidence. 






Jesus lives ! we know full well, 
Naught from us His love shall sever; 

Life, nor death, nor powers of hell, 
Part us now from Christ for ever. 

God will be a sure defence: 

This shall be our confidence. 

Jesus lives ! henceforth is death 
But the gate of Life Immortal; 

This shall calm our trembling breath 
When we pass its gloomy portal; 

Faith shall cry, as fails each sense : 

"Lord, Thou art our confidence!" 

Christian Fiirchtegott Gellert, 1757. 
Tr. Frances Elizabeth Cox, 1841; revised 1864. 



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513 8 7, 8 7, 4 7. 

O! He comes, with clouds descending, 
Once for favored sinners slain ! 
Thousand thousand saints attending, 
Swell the triumph of His train : 

Alleluia ! 
God appears on earth to reign ! 

2 Every eye shall now behold Him 
Robed in dreadful majesty; 
Those who set at naught, and sold Him, 
Pierced, and nailed Him to the Tree, 

Deeply wailing, 
Shall the true Messiah see. 



JUDGMENT * 397 



3 Now redemption long expected, 

See in solemn pomp appear, 
All His saints, by man rejected, 
Now shall meet Him in the air; 

Alleluia ! 
See the Day of God appear. 

4 Yea, Amen, let all adore Thee, 

High on Thine eternal throne! 
Saviour, take the powder and glory, 
Claim the Kingdom for Thine own; 

O come quickly, 
Alleluia! come, Lord, come! 

John Cennick, 1750, 
Revised by John Wesley, 1758. a. 

JUDGMENT 

i 8 7, 8 7, 8 8 7. 

GREAT God, what do I see and hear ! 
The end of things created! 
The Judge of mankind doth appear, 

On clouds of glory seated. 
The trumpet sounds; the graves restore 
The dead which they contained before; 
Prepare, my soul, to meet Him. 

2 The dead in Christ shall first arise, 

At the last trumpet's sounding, 
Caught up to meet Him in the skies, 

With joy their Lord surrounding; 
No gloomy fears their souls dismay; 
His presence sheds eternal day 

On those prepared to meet Him. 

3 But sinners, filled with guilty fears, 

Behold His wrath prevailing, 
For they shall rise, and find their tears 
And sighs are unavailing; 



398 THE LIFE EVERLASTING 

The day of grace is past and gone; 
Trembling they stand before the throne 
All unprepared to meet Him. 

4 Great God, what do I see and hear! 

The end of things created! 
The Judge of mankind doth appear, 

On clouds of glory seated. 
Beneath Thy Cross I view the day 
When heaven and earth shall pass away, 

And thus prepare to meet Thee. 

St. 1, Anon., 1802. 

Sts. 2, 3, William Bengo Collyer, 1812. 

Revised by Thomas Cotterill, 1820. 



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515 8 8 8. 

AY of wrath ! that day of mourning ! 
See fulfilled the prophets' warning, 
Heaven and earth in ashes burning! 
what fear man's bosom rendeth, 
When from heav'n the Judge descendeth, 
On whose sentence all dependeth. 

2 Wondrous sound the trumpet flingeth, 
Through earth's sepulchres it ringeth, 
All before the throne it bringeth. 
Death is struck, and nature quaking, 
All creation is awaking, 
To its Judge an answer making. 

3 Lo, the Book, exactly worded, 
Wherein all hath been recorded; 
Thence shall judgment be awarded. 
When the Judge His seat attaineth, 
And each hidden deed arraigneth, 
Nothing unavenged remaineth. 

4 What shall I, frail man, be pleading? 
Who for me be interceding, 



JUDGMENT 399 



When the just are mercy needing? 
King of Majesty tremendous, 
Who dost free salvation send us, 
Fount of pity, then befriend us ! 

5 Think, kind Jesus ! my salvation 
Caused Thy wondrous Incarnation; 
Leave me not to reprobation! 

Faint and weary Thou hast sought me, 
On the Cross of suffering bought me; 
Shall such grace in vain be brought me? 

6 Righteous Judge of retribution, 
Grant Thy gift of absolution, 
Ere that Day's dread execution. 
Guilty, now I pour my moaning, 
All my shame with anguish owning; 
Spare, God, Thy suppliant, groaning! 

7 Thou the woman gav'st remission, 
Heard'st the dying thief's petition; 
Hopeless, else were my condition. 
Worthless are my prayers and sighing, 
Yet, good Lord, in grace complying, 
Rescue me from fires undying. 

8 With Thy favored sheep O place me; 
Nor among the goats abase me; 
But to Thy right hand upraise me. 
While the wicked are confounded, 
Doomed to flames of woe unbounded, 
Call me, with Thy saints surrounded. 

9 Low I kneel, with heart-submission; 
See, like ashes, my contrition; 
Help me in my last condition. 

Ah, that day of tears and mourning! 
From the dust of earth returning, 
Man for judgment must prepare him; 
Spare, O God, in mercy spare him: 



400 THE LIFE EVERLASTING 

10 Lord, all pitying, Jesus blest, 

Grant us Thine eternal rest. Amen. 

Thomas de Celano, c. 1250. 

Tr. William J. Irons, 18 48. 

Stanza 10, Tr. Isaac Williams, 183!*. 



HEAVEN 

516 7 8, 7 8, 7 7. 

HEAVENWARD still our pathway tends; 
Here on earth we are but strangers, 
Till our road in Canaan ends, 

Safely passed this wild of dangers: 
Here we but as pilgrims rove; 
For our home is there above. 

2 Heavenward still, my soul, ascend! 

Thou art one of heaven's creations; 
Earth can ne'er give aim or end 

Fit to fill thy aspirations; 
And a heaven-enlightened mind 
Ever turns, its source to find. 

2 Heavenward still ! God calls to me 

In His Word, so loudly speaking; 
Glimpses in that Word I see 

Of the home I'm ever seeking. 
While my heart that call attends, 
Still to heaven my path ascends. 

4 Heavenward still when life shall close, 

Death to my true home shall guide me: 

Then, triumphant o'er my woes, 
Lasting bliss shall God provide me. 

Christ Himself the way has led; 

Joyful in His steps I tread. 

Benjamin Schmolck, 1731 
Tr. Frances Elizabeth Cox, 18 U. 



HEAVEN 401 



517 7 6, 7 6. D. 

A PILGRIM and a stranger, 
I journey here below; 
Far distant is my country, 
The home to which I go. 
Here I must toil and travail, 
Oft weary and oppressed, 
But there my God shall lead me 
To everlasting rest. 

2 There still my thoughts are dwelling, 

'Tis there I long to be; 
Come, Lord, and call Thy servant 

To blessedness with Thee. 
Come, bid my toils be ended, 

Let all my wanderings cease; 
Call from the wayside lodging 

To the sweet home of peace. 

3 There I shall dwell for ever, 

No more a stranger guest, 
With all Thy blood-bought children 

In everlasting rest, — 
The pilgrim toils forgotten, 

The pilgrim conflicts o'er, 
All earthly griefs behind us, 

Eternal joys before ! 

Paul Gerhardt, 1666. Tr. Jane Borthwick, 1858. 

518 c. m. 

THERE is a land of pure delight, 
Where saints immortal reign; 
Infinite day excludes the night, 
And pleasures banish pain. 

2 There everlasting spring abides, 
And never- withering flowers; 
Death, like a narrow sea, divides 
This heavenly land from ours. 



402 THE LIFE EVERLASTING 

3 Sweet fields, beyond the swelling flood, 

Stand dressed in living green; 

So to the Jews old Canaan stood, 

While Jordan rolled between. 

4 But timorous mortals start and shrink 

To cross this narrow sea, 
And linger, shivering, on the brink, 
And fear to launch away. 

5 O could we make our doubts remove, 

Those gloomy doubts that rise, 
And see the Canaan that we love 
With unbeclouded eyes ! 

6 Could we but climb where Moses stood, 

And view the landscape o'er, 
Not Jordan's stream, nor death's cold flood 
Should fright us from the shore. 

Isaac Watts, 1707. 



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519 7 6, 8 6. D. 

IEN thousand times ten thousand, 
In sparkling raiment bright, 
The armies of the ransomed saints 

Throng up the steeps of light; 
'Tis finished, all is finished, - 

Their fight with death and sin; 
Fling open wide the golden gates, 
And let the victors in. 

2 What rush of alleluias 

Fills all the earth and sky! 
What ringing of a thousand harps 

Bespeaks the triumph high! 
O day, for which creation 

And all its tribes were made! 
O joy, for all its former woes, 

A thousand fold repaid ! 



HEAVEN 403 



Bring near Thy great salvation, 

Thou Lamb for sinners slain; 
Fill up the roll of Thine elect, 

Then take Thy power and reign; 
Appear, Desire of nations, 

Thine exiles long for home; 
Show in the heavens Thy promised sign, 

Thou Prince and Saviour, come ! 

Henry Alford, 1867. 



520 s.m. 

IOREVER with the Lord! 
Amen! so let it be; 
Life from the dead is in that word, 
'Tis immortality. 



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2 Here in the body pent, 

Absent from Him I roam, 
Yet nightly pitch my moving tent 
A day's march nearer home. 

3 My Father's house on high, 

Home of my soul ! how near 
At times to faith's far-seeing eye 
The golden gates appear! 

4 Ah, then my spirit faints 

To reach the land I love, 
The bright inheritance of saints, 
Jerusalem above! 

5 Forever with the Lord ! 

Father, if 'tis Thy will, 
The promise of that faithful word 
E'en here to me fulfill. 

6 Be Thou at my right hand, 

Then can I never fail; 
Uphold Thou me, and I shall stand, 
Fight, and I must prevail. 



404 THE LIFE EVERLASTING 

7 So when my latest breath 

Shall rend fhe veil in twain, 
By death I shall escape from death, 
And life eternal gain. 

8 Knowing as I am known, 

How shall I love that word, 
And oft repeat before the throne, 
"Forever with the Lord!" 

James Montgomery, 1835. 



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521 10 6, 10 6,7 6,7 6. 

ERUSALEM, thou city fair and high, 
Would God I were in thee! 
My longing heart fain, fain to thee would fly ! 
It will not stay with me; 

Far over vale and mountain, 

Far over field and plain, 
It hastes to seek its fountain 
And quit this world of pain. 

2 O happy day, and yet far happier hour, 
When wilt thou come at last? 

When fearless to my Father's love and power, 
Whose promise standeth fast, 
My soul I gladly render; 

For surely will His hand 
Lead her, with guidance tender, 
To heaven her fatherland. 

3 O what the nation, what the glorious host, 
Comes sweeping swiftly down? 

The chosen ones on earth who wrought the most 
The Church's brightest crown, 
Our Lord hath sent to meet me; 

As in the far-off years, 
Their words oft come to greet me 
In yonder land of tears. 



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4 The patriarchs' and prophets' noble train, 
With all Christ's followers true, 

Who bore the cross, and could the worst disdain 
That tyrants dare to do — 
I see them shine for ever, 
All-glorious as the sun, 
'Mid light that fadeth never, — 
Their perfect freedom won. 

5 And when within that lovely Paradise 
At last I safely dwell, 

From out my soul what songs of bliss shall rise! 
What joy my lips shall tell! 
While holy saints are singing 

Hosannas o'er and o'er, 
Pure alleluias ringing 
Around me evermore ! 

Jokann Matthaeus Meyfart, 1626. 
Tr. Catherine Winkuorth, 1858. 

522 s. m. 

HERE is no night in heaven; 
In that blest world above 
Work never can bring weariness, 
For work itself is love. 



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2 There is no grief in heaven; 

There all is perfect day; 
And tears are of those former things 
Which all have passed away. 

3 There is no sin in heaven; 

Behold that blessed throng — 
All-holy is their spotless robe, 
All-holy is their song! 

4 There is no death in heaven; 

For they who gain that shore 
Have won their immortality, 
And they can die no more. 



406 THE LIFE EVERLASTING 

5 Lord Jesus, be our Guide; 
And lead us safely on, 
Till night and grief and sin and death 
Are past, and heaven is won ! 

Francis Minden Knollis, 1859. St. 5, John Ellerton, 1871. 

523 7 6, 7 6. D. 

THY Word, O God, declareth 
No man hath seen or heard 
The joys our God prepareth 

For them that love their Lord. 
Their eyes shall see Thy glory, 

Thy face, Thy throne, Thy might; 
With shouts shall they adore Thee, 
The true, eternal Light. 

2 With Thee, their warfare ended, 

Thy saints, from earth released, 
Shall keep, with glories splendid, 

Eternal holy feast. 
There shall Thy sons and daughters 

The tree of life partake; 
Shall drink the living waters; 

And bread with Thee shall break. 

3 Thy constant praises sounding 

Before Thy great white throne, 
They all in joy abounding 

Shall sing the song unknown: 
Laud, honor, praise, thanksgiving 

And glory ever be 
To Thee, the Everlasting 

And Blessed Trinity. 

Johann Walther, 155$, Tr. Alfred Ramsey, 1910. 

524 c. m. 

JERUSALEM, my happy home, 
Name ever dear to me! 



HEAVEN 407 



When shall my labors have an end 
In joy, and peace, and thee? 

2 When shall these eyes thy heaven-built walls 

And pearly gates behold. 
Thy bulwarks with salvation strong, 
And streets of shining gold? 

3 There happier bowers than Eden's bloom, 

Nor sin nor sorrow know; 
Blest seats ! through rude and stormy scenes 
I onward press to you. 

4 Why should I shrink at pain and woe, 

Or feel at death dismay? 
I've Canaan's goodly land in view r , 
And realms of endless day. 

5 Apostles, martyrs, prophets there 

Around my Saviour stand; 
And soon my friends in Christ below 
Will join the glorious band. 

6 Jerusalem, my happy home ! 

My soul still pants for thee; 
Then shall my labors have an end, 
When I thy joys shall see. 

Joseph Bromehead, 1705. 
Based on a Hymn of the XVI or XVII Century. 



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525 c. m. d. 

MOTHER dear, Jerusalem! 
When shall I come to thee? 
When shall my sorrows have an end? 

Thy joys when shall I see? 
O happy harbor of God's saints! 

O sweet and pleasant soil ! 
In thee no sorrow can be found, 
No grief, no care, no toil. 



408 THE LIFE EVERLASTING 

2 No murky cloud o'ershadows thee, 

No cold nor darksome night; 
There every soul shines as the sun, 

For God Himself gives light. 
O my sweet home Jerusalem, 

Thy joys when shall I see? 
The King that sitteth on thy throne 

In His felicity? 

3 Thy gardens and thy gallant walks 

Continually are green, 
There grow such sweet and pleasant flowers 

As nowhere else are seen. 
Quite through thy streets, with silver sound, 

'The flood of life doth flow, 
Upon whose banks, on either side, 

The wood of life doth grow. 

4 There trees for evermore bear fruit, 

And evermore do spring; 
There evermore the angels are, 

And evermore do sing. 
Jerusalem, my happy home, 

Would God I were in thee; 
Would God my woes were at an end, 

Thy joys that I might see! 

Arranged from two Hymns of the XVI or XVII Century. 

526 7 6,7 6.D. 

THE world is very evil; 
The times are waxing late; 
Be sober and keep vigil; 

The Judge is at the gate: 
The Judge that comes in mercy, 

The Judge that comes with might, 
That comes to end the evil, 

That comes to crown the right. 



HEAVEN 409 



2 Arise, arise, good Christian, 

Let right to wrong succeed; 
Let penitential sorrow 

To heavenly gladness lead; 
To light that hath no evening, 

That knows nor moon nor sun, 
The light so new and golden, 

The light that is but one. 

3 And when the Sole-Begotten 

Shall render up once more 
The kingdom to the Father 

Whose own it was before, 
Then glory yet unheard of 

Shall shed abroad its ray, 
Resolving all enigmas, 

An endless Sabbath-day. 

Bernard of Cluny, cir. 1145. 
Tr. John Mason Neale, 1851. 



527 7 6,7 6. 

RIEF life is here our portion; 
Brief sorrow, short-lived care; 
The life that knows no ending, 
The tearless life is there. 



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2 O happy retribution ! 

Short toil, eternal rest, 
For mortals and for sinners 
A mansion with the blest. 

3 That we should look, poor wanderers, 

To have our home on high ! 
That we should seek for dwellings 
Beyond the starry sky ! 

4 And now we fight the battle, 

But then shall wear the crown 
Of full and everlasting 
And passionless renown. 



410 THE LIFE EVERLASTING 

5 For thee, O dear, dear Country ! 

Mine eyes their vigils keep; 
For very love, beholding 

Thy happy name, they weep; 

6 The mention of thy glory 

Is unction to the breast. 
And medicine in sickness, 
And love, and life, and rest. 

7 Thou hast no shore, fair ocean ! 

Thou hast no time, bright day ! 
Dear fountain of refreshment 
To pilgrims far away! 

8 Upon the Rock of Ages 

They raise thy holy tower; 
Thine is the victor's laurel, 
And thine the golden dower. 

Bernard of Cluny, cir. 1145. 
Tr. John Mason Neale, 1851. 



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528 7 6, 7 6. D. 

ERUSALEM the golden, 
With milk and honey blest, 
Beneath thy contemplation 

Sink heart and voice oppressed: 
I know not, O I know not, 

What social joys are there, 
What radiancy of glory, 

What light beyond compare! 

2 And when I fain would sing them 

My spirit fails and faints, 
And vainly would it image 

Th' assembly of the saints. 
They stand, those halls of Sion, 

Conjubilant with song, 
And bright with many an angel, 
" And all the martyr throng: 



HEAVEN 411 



3 There is the Throne of David; 

And there, from care released, 
The song of them that triumph, 

The shout of them that feast; 
And they who, with their Leader, 

Have conquered in the fight, 
For ever and for ever 

Are clad in robes of white ! 

Bernard of Cluny, dr. .1115. 
Tr. John Mason Xeale, 1851. 

529 Irregular. 

OSON of God, in co-eternal might, 
O Son of Man, clothed in the living light 
Of Godhead manifest, in power and glory; 
Lord Jesus Christ, Thou sole Desire 
That doth Thy longing worshippers inspire, 
For Thee alone, my spirit yearns in me : 
Xo bliss I find until I am with Thee. 

2 The field is golden, flowers the meadow strew, 
The mountains rise sublime, the skies are blue; 
In these the child of earth may well find pleasure; 

I too, rejoice in all of them, 

But, not content, I want Jerusalem. 

Where Thou art throned, thither sets my sail; 

Home is not home, except within the veil. 

3 Angelic legions, in Thy brightness bright, 
Gaze on Thy face; my fathers share the sight; 
The God-man's matchless glory is unshrouded, 

And from that vision, to the soul 
Unmeasured waves of joy supernal roll, 
That rise in full and ever fuller tone, 
Like ocean surges, to the Lamb's white throne. 

4 Then let me go, — what further hinders me?— 
To mine own folk, the Son of Man to see, 
Xo glance will I, of that majestic beauty 



412 HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 

My eager soul would take her fill. 

Joy even now, and trembling, through me thrill. 
I must away! Thou hast prepared my place; 
My spirit panteth, Lord, to see Thy face. 

Wilhelm Loehe, d. 1872. 
Tr. Harriett Reynolds Spaeth, 189\. 



HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 

530 Christmas Irregular. 

ILENT night! Holy night! 
All is calm, all is bright 
Round yon Virgin Mother and Child. 
Holy Infant, so tender and mild, 
Sleep in heavenly peace. 



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2 Silent night! Holy night! 
Shepherds quake at the sight! 
Glories stream from heaven afar, 
Heavenly hosts sing: Alleluia, 
Christ, the Saviour, is born ! 



Silent night! Holy night! 
Son of God, love's pure light 
Radiant beams from Thy holy face, 
With the dawn of redeeming grace, 
Jesus, Lord, at Thy birth. 



Joseph Mohr, 1818. 
Tr. unknown. 



531 Christmas 8 7,8 7. 

COME and hear the grand old story, 
Story of the ages past; 
All earth's annals far surpassing, 
Story that shall ever last. 



HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 413 

Noblest, truest, 

Oldest, newest, 
Fairest, rarest, 

Saddest, gladdest, 
That the world has ever known. 

2 Christ, the Father's Son Eternal, 
Once was born a Son of man; 

He Who never knew beginning 
Here on earth a life began. 

3 Here in David's lowly city, 
Tenant of the manger-bed, 

Child of everlasting ages, 

Mary's Infant lays His head. 

Horatius Bonar, 1861. 

532 Christmas 7 6, 7 6. 

EE, amid the winter's snow, 
Born for us on earth below, 
See the tender Lamb appears, 
Promised from eternal years. 

Hail, thou ever-blessed morn! 
Hail redemption s happy dawn! 
Sing through all Jerusalem, 
Christ is born in Bethlehem. 

C Z Lo, within a manger lies 

He Who built the starry skies: 

He Who, throned in height sublime, 

Sits amid the cherubim. 

3 Say, ye holy shepherds, say, 
What your joyful news to-day? 
Wherefore have ye left your sheep 
On the lonely mountain steep? 

4 "As we watched at dead of night, 
Lo! we saw a wondrous light; 

Angels singing, 'Peace on earth/ 
Told us of the Saviour's birth." 



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414 HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 

5 Sacred Infant, all Divine, 
What a tender love was Thine, 
Thus to come from highest bliss 
Down to such a world as this ! 

6 Teach, O teach us, Holy Child, 
By Thy face so meek and mild, 
Teach us to resemble Thee, 

In Thy sweet humility. 

Edward Caswall, 1851. 



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533 . Christmas 7 6, 7 6, 6 7 6. 

EHOLD a Branch is growing 
Of loveliest form and grace; 
As prophets sung, foreknowing, 

It springs from Jesse's race, 
And bears one little Flower 

In midst of coldest winter, 
At deepest midnight hour. 

2 Isaiah hath foretold it 
In words of promise sure, 

And Mary's arms enfold It 

A Virgin meek and pure. 
Through God's eternal will 

This Child to her is given, 
At midnight calm and still. 

3 The shepherds heard the story 
Proclaimed by angels bright, 

How Christ, the Lord of glory 

Was born on earth this night. 
To Bethlehem they sped; 

And in the manger found Him, 
As angel-heralds said. 

4 This Flower, Whose fragrance tender 
With sweetness fills the air, 

Dispels with glorious splendor 
The darkness everywhere. 



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HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 415 

True Man, yet very God, 

From sin and death He saves us 
And lightens every load. 

5 O Saviour, Child of Mary, 

Who felt our human woe; 
O Saviour, King of glory, 

Who dost oui; weakness know, 
Bring us at length we pray 

To the bright courts of heaven, 
And to the endless day. 

XVI Century. 

Tr. St. 1-Jf, Harriet R. Krauth, 1875. 

St. 5, John Caspar Mattes, 191 k. 

534 Christmas C. M. 

OY fills our inmost hearts today, 
The Royal Child is born; 
And angel hosts, in glad array, 
His Advent keep this morn. 

Rejoice, rejoice! TV Incarnate Word 

Has come on earth to dwell; 
No sweeter sound than this is heard: 

Immanuel. 

2 Low at the cradle-throne we bend, 
We wonder and adore, 

And feel no bliss can ours transcend : 
No joy was sweet before. 

3 For us the world must lose its charms 
Before the manger-shrine, 

When, folded in Thy mother's arms, 
We see Thee, Babe Divine. 

4 Thou Light of uncreated Light, 
Shine on us, Holy Child, 

That we may keep Thy Birthday bright 
With service undefiled. 

William Chatterton Dix, 1865. 



416 HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 



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535 Christmas 8 7, 8 7, 7 7. 

^NCE in royal David's city 
Stood a lowly cattle-shed, 
Where a mother laid her Baby 
In a manger for His bed; 
Mary was that mother mild, 
Jesus Christ her little Child. 

2 He came down to earth from heaven, 
Who is God and Lord of all, 
And His shelter was a stable, 
And His cradle was a stall; 
With the poor, and mean, and lowly, 
Lived on earth our Saviour holy. 

3 And, through all His wondrous childhood, 
He would honor, and obey, 
Love, and watch the lowly maiden 
In whose gentle arms He lay; 
Christian children all must be 
Mild, obedient, good as He. 

4 For He is our childhood's Pattern, 
Day by day like us He grew: 
He was little, weak, and helpless, 
Tears and smiles like us He knew; 
And He feeleth for our sadness, 
And He share th in our gladness. 

5 And our eyes at last shall see Him, 
Through His own redeeming love; 
For that Child so dear and gentle 
Is our Lord in heaven above; 
And He leads His children on 
To the place where He is gone. 

6 Not in that poor lowly stable, 
With the oxen standing by, 



HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 417 

We shall see Him, but in heaven, 
Set at God's right hand on high; 
When like stars His children crowned, 
All in white shall wait around. 

Cecil Frances Alexander, 18^8' 

536 Christmas 11 11, 11 11. 

A WAY in a manger, no crib for His bed, 
jl\l The little Lord Jesus laid down His sweet head; 
The stars in the sky looked down where He lay, — 
The little Lord Jesus, asleep on the hay. 

2 The cattle are lowing, the poor Baby wakes, 
But little Lord Jesus no crying He makes. 
I love Thee, Lord Jesus, look down from the sky, 
And stay by my cradle to watch lullaby. 



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537 Christmas 7 7, 7 7, 7 7, 3 3, 3 3, 7. 

YE heavens, bend and see 
All that love hath done for me ! 
See this Holy Infant's head, 
Pillowed on a manger bed; 
Like a lamb, in Bethle'm's stall, 
Slumbers He, the King of all. 

Bitter smart 

Rends His heart. 

Who is He? 

God is He. 
God and man in one, is He. 

2 Come, ye angels, hither, all; 
Come to Bethle'm's humble stall, 
Come, confess, without dismay, 
Whose dear Son is born to-day, 
Helpless, poor. Is this your Lord? 
Dost believe this Child God's Word? 



418 HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 

Without throne, 
Without crown. 
Who is He? 
Man is He. 
God and man in one, is He. 



538 



0, ye people, enter in; 






For you, lost ones, dead in sin, 






This pure Christ is born to-day, 






Born, to take your sins away. 






Yes, your Saviour lieth here, 






Heaven's King, earth's Conqueror, 






Lowly birth, 






Poor of earth; 






Who is He? 






God is He. 






God and man in one, is He. 






H.1708. Tr. Mary Welden, 1887 


Christmas 


CM 


D. 



THE new-born King Who comes to-day 
Brings tidings of great joy, 
Which sin can never take away 

Nor death nor hell destroy. 
Rejoice, ye Gentile lands, rejoice, 

And hail this glorious dawn; 
For God comes down, frail man to crown — 
The Lord of Life is born ! 

2 He comes not as a king of earth, 

In pomp and pride to reign; 
He seeks a poor and humble birth, 

But free from sinful stain; 
Rejoice, ye Gentile lands, rejoice, 

Glad hymns of triumph sing: 
The Wonderful, the Counsellor, 

He comes, your God and King! 



HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 419 

For us He leaves His Father's throne, 

His sapphire throne on high, 
And comes to dwell on earth alone, 

For fallen man to die. 
Rejoice, ye Gentile lands, rejoice, 

All hail Messiah's dawn; 
Our God comes down, earth's joy and crown: 

The King of Love is born. 

Glad Gentiles in their eastern home 

His radiant star behold; 
To God, their King, they joy to bring 

Sweet incense, myrrh, and gold. 
Rejoice, ye Gentile lands, rejoice, 

In heaven your praises sing, 
Before Him fall, the Lord of all, 

Your Maker and your King! 

We join your song, celestial throng, 

Whose anthems never cease, 
We tune our lyres, with angel choirs, 

To hail the Prince of Peace! 
Rejoice, ye Gentile lands, rejoice, 

And hail Immanuers morn; 
For God comes down, frail man to crown: 

To us a Child is born. 



539 Christmas 6 5, G 5. 

S each happy Christmas 
Dawns on earth again, 
Comes the holy Christ Child 
To the hearts of men; 



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2 Enters with His blessing 
Into every home, 
Guides and guards our footsteps, 
As we go and come. 



420 HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 

3 All unknown, beside me 
He will ever stand, 
And will safely lead me 
With His own right hand. 

Johann Wilhelm Hey, 1837. Tr. Harriet Reynolds Krauth, 1878. 

540 Christmas Irregular. 

THERE came a little Child to earth, 
Long ago; 
And the angels of God proclaimed His birth, 

High and low. 
Out in the night so calm and still, 

Their song was heard; . 
For they knew that the Child of Bethlehem's hill 
Was Christ the Lord. 

2 Far away in the goodly land, 

Fair and bright, 
Children with crowns of glory stand, 

Robed in white. 
They sing, the Lord of that world so fair 

A Child was born; 
And that they might His crown of glory share, 

Wore crown of thorn. 

3 In mortal weakness, want and pain, 

He came to die, 
That the children of earth might in glory reign 

With Him on high. 
And evermore in robes so fair 

And undefiled, 
Those ransomed children His praise declare 

Who was a Child. 

. Emily Elizabeth Steele Elliott, 1856. 

541 ■' Christmas • Irregular. 

THOU didst leave Thy throne and Thy kingly 
crown 
When Thou earnest to earth for me; 



HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 421 

But in Bethlehem's home there was found no room 

For Thy holy Nativity. 
O -come to my heart, Lord Jesus : 

There is room in my heart for Thee. 

Heaven's arches rang when the angels sang, 

Proclaiming Thy royal degree; 
But in lowly birth didst Thou come to earth, 

And in great humility. 
O come to my heart, Lord Jesus; 

There is room in my heart for Thee. 

The foxes found rest, and the bird had its nest 

In the shade of the forest tree; 
But Thy couch was the sod, O Thou Son of God, 

In the desert of Galilee. 
O come to my heart, Lord Jesus : 

There is room in my heart for Thee. 

Thou earnest, O Lord, with the living Word 

That should set Thy children free; 
But with mocking scorn, and with crown of thorn, 

They bore Thee to Calvary. 
O come to my heart, Lord Jesus: 

There is room in my heart for Thee. 

When the heavens shall ring, and the angels sing 

At Thy coming to victory, 
Let Thy voice call me home, saying, "Yet there is 
room, 

There is room at My side for thee." 
And my heart shall rejoice, Lord Jesus: 

There is room in my heart for Thee. 

Emily Elizabeth Steele Elliott, I864. 



542 Epiphany 8 8. 

STAR is moving through the sky, 
Alleluia ! 
Before the wise men, wondrously. 
Alleluia ! 



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422 HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 

2 They know by this that heaven's great King, 
Alleluia ! 
Good news to them on earth doth bring. 
Alleluia! 

3p Thus came they unto Bethlehem, 
Alleluia! 
Thy lamp, O Lord, is lighting them. 
Alleluia! 

4 Gold, incense, myrrh, to Him they bear, 

Alleluia! 
And psalms, and hymns, and songs prepare. 
Alleluia ! 

5 Thus should we also, all our days, 

Alleluia! 
To Jesus offer holy praise. 
Alleluia! 

6 Praise to the Father, and the Son, 

Alleluia! 
And Holy Ghost upon one throne. 
Alleluia! 

7 Praise to the Holy Trinity, 

Alleluia! 
From now to all eternity. 
Alleluia! 

Laurentius Jonae (?), d. 1597. 
Tr. Johan Olaf Wallin, 1819. 

543 Epiphany 8 6, 8 6, 8 8 7. 

THERE came three kings, ere break of day, 
All on Epiphanie; 
Their gifts they bare, both rich and rare, 

All, all, Lord Christ for Thee; 
Gold, frankincense, and myrrh are there. 
Where is the King? where? O where? 
where is the King? where? 



HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 423 

2 The Star shone brightly overhead, 

The air was calm and still, 
O'er Bethlehem's fields its rays were shed, 

The dew lay on the hill. 
We see no throne, no palace fair, 
Where is the King? where? O where? 
O where is the King? O where? 

3 An old man knelt at a manger low, 

A Babe lay in the stall; 
The starlight played on the Infant brow, 

Deep silence lay o'er all; 
A maiden bent o'er the Babe in prayer: — 
There is the King! O there! O there! 
O there is the King! O there! 

Gerard Moultrie. 

544 Lent C. M. 

THERE is a green hill far away, 
Outside a city wall, 
Where the dear Lord was crucified, 
Who died to save us all. 

2 We may not know, we cannot tell, 

What pains He had to bear; 
But we believe it was for us 
He hung and suffered there. 

3 He died that we might be forgiven, 

He died to make us good, 
That we might go at last to heaven, 
Saved by His precious Blood. 

4 There was no other good enough 

To pay the price of sin; 
He only could unlock the gate 
Of heaven, and let us in. 



424 HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 

5 O, dearly, dearly has He loved, 
And we must love Him too, 
And trust in His redeeming Blood, 
And try His works to do. 

Cecil Frances Alexander, 18$. 



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545 Palm Sunday • 7 6, 7 6. D. 

OS ANN A! loudhosanna! 
The little children sang; 
Through pillar'd court and temple 

The glorious anthem rang; 
To Jesus Who had blessed them, 

Close folded to His breast, 

The children sang their praises, 

The simplest and the besfc 

2 From Olivet they followed, 
'Midst an exultant crowd, 

Waving the victor palm-branch, 

And shouting clear and loud; 
Bright angels joined the chorus 

Beyond the cloudless sky: 
"Hosanna in the highest: 

Glory to God on high!" 

3 Fair leaves of silvery olive 
They strewed upon the ground, 

Whilst Salem's circling mountains 

Echoed the joyful sound; 
The Lord of men and angels 

Rode on in lowly state, 
Nor scorned that little children 

Should on His bidding wait. 

4 "Hosanna in the highest!"' 
That ancient song we sing; 

For Christ is our Redeemer, 
The Lord of heaven, our King. 



HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 425 

Oh! may we ever praise Him 

With heart, and life, and voice, 
And in His blissful presence 

Eternally rejoice! 

Jeannette Threlfall, 1873. 

Palm Sunday 7 6, 7 6. D. 

WHEN, His salvation bringing, 
To Zion Jesus came, 
The children all stood singing 

Hosanna to His Name. 
Nor did their zeal offend Him, 

But, as He rode along, 
He let them still attend Him, 
And smiled to hear their song. 

2 And since the Lord retaineth 

His love for children still, 
Though now as King He reigneth 

On Zion's heavenly hill, 
Well flock around His banner, 

Who sits upon the throne, 
And cry aloud, "Hosanna 

To David's Royal Son!" 

3 For should we fail proclaiming 

Our great Redeemer's praise, 
The stones, our silence shaming, 

Would their hosannas raise. 
But shall we only render 

The tribute of our words? 
Xo! while our hearts are tender, 

They, too, shall be the Lord's. 

John King, 1830. 

FM.ster 7 7, 7 7, 8 7. 

WE will carol jovfully 
On this holy festal day; 
To our risen Lord and Kin<r 



426 HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 

Grateful homage we will bring. 
Carol, carol, carol, carol 
To our risen Lord and King. 

2 We will carol joyfully, 

As with sweet accord we bring 
Praise from every heart and voice 

To our risen Lord and King. 
Carol, carol, carol, carol 
To our risen Lord and King. 

3 We will carol joyfully, 

While our love and thanks we give 
To our risen Lord and King, 

Him Who died that we might live. 
Carol, carol, carol, carol 
To our risen Lord and King. 

4 We will carol joyfully, 

And to Him our offerings bring — 
Grateful hearts, with love and praise, 
To our risen Lord and King. 
Carol, carol, carol, carol 
To our risen Lord and King. 

54g Easter 7 7 7, 6. 

EASTER flowers are blooming bright, 
Easter skies pour radiant light; 
Christ our Lord is risen in might, 
Glory in the highest! 

2 Angels caroled this sweet lay, 
When in manger rude He lay; 
Now once more cast grief away, 
Glory in the highest! 

8 He, then born to grief and pain, 
Now to glory born again, 
Calleth forth our gladdest strain, 
Glory in the highest! 



HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 427 

4 As He riseth, rise we too, 

Tune we heart and voice anew, 
Offering homage glad and true, 
Glory in the highest. 

Mary A. Nicholson, 1875. 

Ascension 6 5, 6 5. D. 

GOLDEX harps are sounding, 
Angels voices ring, 
Pearly gates are opened, 
Opened for the King. 
Jesus, King of Glory, 

Jesus, King of Love, 
Is gone up in triumph 
To His throne above. 

"All His suffering ended" 

Joyfully we sing: 
"Jesus hath ascended; 

Glory to our King!" 

% He Who came to save us, 

He Who bled and died, 
Now is crowned with glory 

At His Father's side. 
Never more to suffer, 

Never more to die, 
Jesus, King of Glory, 

Has gone up on high. 

3 Praying for His children 

In that blessed place, 
Calling them to glory, 

Sending them His grace; 
His bright home preparing, 

Faithful ones, for you, 

Jesus ever liveth, 

Ever lovetl), too 

Frumi Ridley liavergal t i87t 



428 


HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 


550 


Whitsuntide 6 5, 6 5. 
T TOLY Spirit, hear us, 
11 Help us while we sing; 
Breathe into the music 
Of the praise we bring. 




2 Holy Spirit, prompt us 
When we kneel to pray; 
Nearer come, and teach us 
What we ought to say. 




3 Holy Spirit, shine Thou 
On the Book we read; 
Gild its holy pages 

With the light we need. 




4 Holy Spirit, give us 
Each a lowly mind; 
Make us more like Jesus, 
Gentle, pure, and kind. 




5 Holy Spirit, brighten 
Little deeds of toil; 
And our playful pastimes 
Let no folly spoil. 




6 Holy Spirit, keep us 

Safe from sins which lie 
Hidden by some pleasure 
From our youthful eye. 




7 Holy Spirit, help us 
Daily by Thy might 
What is wrong to conquer, 
And to choose the right. 

William Henry Parker, 1880. 


551 Baptism and Confirmation L. M. 
/^10D spake, my child, God spake to thee: 
VJT "I will thy God and Father be!" 



HYMXS FOR CHILDREN 429 

Say thou to Him: fck Father mine, 
I am Thy child; yes, truly Thine!" 

2 God spake, my child, God spake to thee: 
"I will thy Lord and Saviour be!" 

Say thou to Him: "0 Saviour mine, 
I will no service know but Thine!" 

3 God spake, my child, God spake to thee: 
"I will thy Light and Comfort be!" 

Say thou to Him: "Light, Comfort mine, 
Dwell Thou in me; my heart is Thine!" 

4 When baptized in His Name, to thee 
God spake, my child, thus tenderly; 
Consider well His words divine, 

Say ever: "Lord, I will be Thine!" 

Hcinel. 
Tr. Mary Welden, 1883. 

2 Baptism and Confirmation 6 5, 6 5. D. 

1WAS made a Christian 
When my name was given, 
One of God's dear children 

And an heir of heaven. 
In the name of Christian 

I will glory now, 
Evermore remember 
My baptismal vow. 

2 I must, like a Christian, 

Shun all evil ways, 
Keep the faith of Jesus, 

Serve Him all my days. 
Called to be a Christian, 

I will praise th<e Lord, 
Seek for His assistance 

So to keep my word. 



430 HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 

3 All a Christian's blessings 

I will claim for mine: 
Holy work and worship, 

Fellowship divine. 
Father, Son, and Spirit, 

Give me grace, that I 
Still may live a Christian, 

Arid a Christian die. 

John Samuel Jones, cir. 1880. 

553 c. m. 

A ROUND the throne of God in heaven 
X~V. Thousands of children stand: 
Children whose sins are all forgiven, 
A holy, happy band, 

Singing: Glory, glory, 
Glory be to God on high. 

2 In flowing robes of spotless white 

Shall each one be arrayed; 

Shall dwell in everlasting light, 

And joys that never fade. 

3 What brought them to that world above, 

That heaven so bright and fair, 

Where all is peace and joy and love? 

How came those children there? 

4 Because the Saviour shed His Blood 

To wash away their sin; 
Bathed in that pure and precious flood, 
Behold them white and clean. 

5 On earth they sought the Saviour's grace, 

On earth they loved His Name; 
At last they see His blessed face, 
And stand before the Lamb. 

Anne Houlditch Shepherd, 1836. 



HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 431 

7 6, 7 6. 
A LL tilings bright, and beautiful, 
/JL All creatures, great and small, 
All things wise and wonderful, 
The Lord God made them all. 

2 Each little flower that opens, 

Each little bird that sings, 
He made their glowing colors, 
He made their tiny wings. 

All things bright and beautiful, 

All creatures great and small, 
All things wise and wonderful. 

The Lord God made them all. 

3 The rich man in his castle, 

The poor man at his gate, 
God made them, high or lowly, 
And ordered their estate. 

4 The purple-headed mountain, 

The river running by, 
The sunset, and the morning 
That brightens up the sky; 

5 The cold wind in the winter, 

The pleasant summer sun, 
The ripe fruits in the garden, 
He made them every one. 

6 The tall trees in the greenw r ood, 

The meadows where we play, 
The rushes by the water 
We gather every day. 

7 He gave us eyes to see them, 

And lips that we might tell 
How great is God Almighty, 
Who has made all things well. 

Cecil Frances Alexander, 18^8. 



432 HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 



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555 8 7, 8 7. 

ESUS loves me, Jesus loves me! 
He is always, always near; 
If I try to please Him truly, 
There is naught that I can fear. 

2 Jesus loves me; well I know it, 
For to save my soul He died; 

He for me bore pain and sorrow, 
Nailed hands and pierced side. 

3 Jesus loves me; night and morning 
Jesus hears the prayers I pray; 

And He never, never leaves me, 
When I work or when I play. 

4 Jesus loves me; and He watches 
Over me with loving eye, 

And He sends His holy angels, 
Safe to keep me till I die. 

5 Jesus loves me; Lord Jesus, 
Now I pray Thee by Thy love, 

Keep me ever pure and holy, 
Till I come to Thee above! 



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556 7 7, 8 8, 7 7. 

AM Jesus' little lamb, 
Ever glad at heart I am; 
Jesus loves me, Jesus knows me, 
All things fair and good He shows me, 
Even calls me by my name; 
Every day He is the same. 

2 Safely in and out I go, — 
Jesus loves and keeps me so. 
When I hunger, Jesus feeds me; 
When I thirst, my Shepherd leads me 
Where the waters softly flow, 
Where the sweetest pastures grow. 



HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 433 

3 Should I not be always glad? 
None whom Jesus loves are sad; 
And when this short life is ended, 
Those whom the Good Shepherd tended 
Will be taken to the skies, 
There to dwell in Paradise. 

Henrietta Luise von Hayn, 1778. 
Tr. William Fleming Stevenson, 1871. 

557 11 8, 12 9. 

I THINK, when I read that sweet story of old, 
When Jesus was here among men, 
How He called little children as lambs to His fold, 
I should like to have been with them then. 

2 I wish that His hands had been placed on my head, 

That His arm had been thrown around me, 
And that I might have seen His kind look when He 
said: 
"Let the little ones come unto Me." 

3 Yet still to His footstool in prayer I may go, 

And ask for a share in His love; 
And if now I earnestly seek Him below, 
I shall see Him and hear Him above; 

4 In that beautiful place He has gone to prepare 

For all who are washed and forgiven; 
Full many dear children are gathering there; 
"For of such is the kingdom of heaven." 

5 But thousands and thousands'who wander and fall, 

Never heard of that heavenly home; 
I should like them to know there is room for them all, 
And that Jesus has bid them to come. 

6 I long for that blessed and glorious time, 

The fairest and brightest and best, 
When the dear little children of every clime, 
Shall crowd to His arms and be blest. 

Jemima Luke, 181^1. 



434 HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 

558 8 6, 7 6, 7 6, 7 6. 

THERE'S a Friend for little children 
Above the bright blue sky, 
A Friend Who never changes, 

Whose love will never die; 
Our earthly friends may fail us, 

And change with changing years, 
This Friend is always worthy 
Of that dear Name He bears. 

2 There's a rest for little children 

Above the bright blue sky, 
For those who love the Saviour, 

And Abba, Father, cry; 
A rest from every turmoil, 

From sin and danger free, 
Where every little pilgrim 

Shall rest eternally. 

3 There's a home for little children 

Above the bright blue sky, 
Where Jesus reigns in glory, 

A home of peace and joy; 
No home on earth is like it, 

Nor can with it compare; 
For every one is happy, 

Nor could be happier there. 

4 There's a crown for little children 

Above the bright blue sky; 
And all who look for Jesus 

Shall wear it by and by; 
A crown of brightest glory, 

Which He will then bestow 
On all who love the Saviour, 

And walk with Him below. 

5 There's a song for little children 

Above the bright blue sky, 






HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 435 

And a harp of sweetest music, 

And a palm of victory. 
And all above is treasured, 

And found in Christ alone; 
0, come, dear little children 

That all may be your own. 

Albert Midline, 1859. 

559 8 7,8 7. 

EAVENLY Father, send Thy blessing 
On Thy children gathered here; 
May they all, Thy Name confessing, 
Be to Thee for ever dear. 



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2 May they be like Joseph, loving, 

Dutiful, and chaste, and pure; 
And their faith, like David's, proving 
Steadfast unto death endure. 

3 Holy Saviour, Who in meekness 

Didst vouchsafe a child to be, 
Guide their steps and help their weakness, 
Bless, and make them like to Thee. 

4 Bear Thy lambs, when they are weary, 

In Thine arms and at Thy breast; 
Through life's desert, dry and dreary, 
Bring them to Thy heavenly rest. 

Christopher Wordsicorth, 1863. 

560 77 

WHO is He in yonder stall, 
At Whose feet the shepherds fall? 

'Tis the Lord! wondrous story! 
'Tis Hie Lord, the King of Glory! 
At His feet ire humbly fall: 
Crown Him, crown Him, Lord of all! 



436 HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 


2 Who is He in yonder cot, 
Bending to His toilsome lot? 




3 Who is He in deep distress 
Fasting in the wilderness? 




4 Who is He that stands and weeps 
At the grave where Lazarus sleeps? 




5 Lo, at midnight, Who is He 
Praying in Gethsemane? 




6 Who is He, in Calvary's throes, 
Asks for blessings on His foes? 




7 Who is He that from the grave 
Comes to heal and help and save? 




8 Who is He that from His throne 
Rules the world of light alone? 

Benjamin Russell Hanby, 


1866- 


561 7 7, 


7 7. 


/^\ ENTLE Jesus, meek and mild, 
VJT Look upon a little child; 
Pity my simplicity, 
Suffer me to come to Thee. 




2 Fain, I would to Thee be brought, 
Dearest Lord, forbid it not; 
Give a little child a place 
In the kingdom of Thy grace. 




3 Lamb of God, I look to Thee, 
Thou shalt my example be; 
Thou art gentle, meek and mild; 
Thou wast once a little child. 





HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 437 

4 Fain I would be as Thou art; 
Give me Thy obedient heart; 
Thou art pitiful and kind; 
Let me have Thy loving mind. 

5 Thou didst live to God alone, 
Thou didst never seek Thine own, 
Thou Thyself didst never please : 
God was all Thy happiness. 

6 Loving Jesus, gentle Lamb, 
In Thy gracious hands I am; 
Make me Saviour, what Thou art, 
Live Thyself within my heart. 

7 I shall then show forth Thy praise, 
Serve Thee all my happy days; 
Then the world shall always see 
Christ, the Holy Child, in me. 

Charles Wesley, W$. 



6 5, 6 5. D, 



FROM the eastern mountains 
Pressing on they come, 
Wise men in their wisdom, 

To His humble home; 
Stirred by deep devotion, 

Hasting from afar, 
Ever journeying onward, 
Guided by a Star. 

Light of Life, that shinest 
Ere the world began, 

Draw Thou near and lighten 
Ev'ry heart of man, 

2 There their Lord and Saviour 
Meek and lowly lay, 
Wondrous Light that led them 
Onward on their way, 



438 HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 

Ever now to lighten 

Nations from afar, 
As they journey homeward 

By that guiding Star. 

3 Thou Who in a manger 

Once hast lowly lain, 
Who dost now in glory 

O'er all kingdoms reign 
Gather in the heathen, 

Who in lands afar 
Ne'er have seen the brightness 

Of Thy guiding Star. 

4 Gather in the outcasts, 

All who've gone astray, 
Throw Thy radiance o'er them, 

Guide them on their way, 
Those who never knew Thee, 

Those who've wandered far, 
Lead them by the brightness 

Of Thy guiding Star. 

5 Onward through the darkness 

Of the lonely night, 
Shining still before them 

With Thy kindly light, 
Guide them, Jew and Gentile, 

Homeward from afar, 
Young and old together, 

By Thy guiding Star: — 

6 Until every nation, 

Whether bond or free, 
'Neath Thy starlit banner, 

Jesus, follows Thee 
O'er the distant mountains 

To that heavenly home ? 
Where no sin nor sorrow 

Evermore shall come, 

God/rift Thriny 

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HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 439 

563 8 7,8 7. 

OD of heaven, hear our singing; 
Only little ones are we, 
, Yet a great petition bringing, 
Father, now we come to Thee. 

2 Let Thy kingdom come, we pray Thee! 
Let the world in Thee find rest; 

Let all know Thee and obey Thee, 
Loving, praising, blessing, blest! 

3 Let the sweet and joyful story 
Of the Saviour's wondrous love, 

Wake on earth a song of glory, 
Like the angels' song above. 

4 Father, send the glorious hour, 
Every heart be Thine alone ! 

For the kingdom and the power, 
And the glory, are Thine own. 

Frances Ridley Haver gal, 1869. 



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564 6 5,6 5. D. 

AVIOUR, Blessed Saviour, 
Listen while we sing, 
Hearts and voices raising 

Praises to our King. 
All we have to offer, 
All we hope to be, 
Body, soul and spirit, 
All we yield to Thee. 

2 Nearer, ever nearer, 

Christ, we draw to Thee, 
Deep in adoration, 

Bending low the knee; 
Thou for our redemption 

Cam'st on earth to die; 
Thou, that we might follow, 

Hast gone up on high. 



440 HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 

3 Great and ever greater 

Are Thy mercies here; 
True and everlasting 

Are the glories there, 
Where no pain or sorrow, 

Toil or care is known, 
Where the angel legions 

Circle round Thy throne. 

4 Onward, ever onward, 

Journeying o'er the road 
Worn by saints before us, 

Journeying on to God, 
Leaving all behind us, 

May we hasten on, 
Backward never looking 

Till the prize is won. 

Godfrey Thring, IS 62. 



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565 8 7,87,47. 

AVIOUR, like a shepherd lead us, 
Much we need Thy tend'rest care; 
In Thy pleasant pastures feed us, 
For our use Thy folds prepare. 

Blessed Jesus, 
Thou hast bought us : Thine we are. 

2 We are Thine; do Thou befriend us, 
Be the Guardian of our way; 

Keep Thy flock, from sin defend us, 
Seek us when we go astray; 

Blessed Jesus, 
Hear us children when we pray. 

3 Thou hast promised to receive us, 
Poor and sinful though we be; 

Thou hast mercy to relieve us, 

Grace to cleanse, and power to free. 

Blessed Jesus, 
Early let us turn to Thee. 



HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 441 

Early let us seek Thy favor, 

Early let us do Thy will; 
Blessed Lord and only Saviour, 

With Thy love our bosoms fill. 
Blessed Jesus, 

Thou hast loved us, love us still. 

Anon. Hymns for the Young, 1832. 

6 5, 6 5. 

JESUS, high in glory. 
Lend a listening ear; 
When we bow before Thee, 
Children's praises hear. 

2 Though Thou art so holy. 

Heaven's Almighty King, 
Thou wilt stoop to listen 
When Thy praise we sing. 

3 We are only children, 

Weak and apt to stray; 
Saviour, guide and keep us 
In the heavenly way. 

4 Save us, Lord, from sinning; 

Watch us day by day; 
Help us now to love Thee; 
Take our sins away; 

5 Then, when Jesus calls us 

To our heavenly home, 
We would gladly answer: 
"Saviour, Lord, we come." 

Harriet Burn MacKeerer, 181tf. 



JESUS, meek and gentle, 
Son of God, Most High, 
Pitying, loving Saviour, 
Hear Thy children's cry. 



5. 6 5. 



442 HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 

2 Pardon our offences. 

Loose our captive chains^ 
Break down every idol 
Which our soul detains. 

3 Give us holy freedom, 

Fill our hearts with love, 
Draw us, Holy Jesus, 
To the realms above. 

4 Lead us on our journey, 

Be Thyself the Way 
Through terrestrial darkness 
To celestial day. 

George Rundle Prynne, 1856. 
568 7 7,7 7. 

SAVIOUR, teach me, day by day, 
Love's sweet lesson to obey; 
Sweeter lesson cannot be: 
Loving Him Who first loved me. 

2 With a child's glad heart of love 
At Thy bidding may I move; 
Prompt to serve and follow Thee, 
Loving Him Who first loved me. 

3 Teach me thus Thy steps to trace, 
Strong to follow in Thy grace; 
Learning how to love from Thee, 
Loving Him Who first loved me. 

4 Love in loving finds employ, 
In obedience all her joy; 
Ever new that joy will be, 
Loving Him Who first loved me. 

Jane Eliza Lceson, 18!t£. 



HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 443 

7 7 7, 6. 

JESUS, from Thy throne on high, 
Far above the bright blue sky, 
Look on us with loving eye; 
Hear us, Holy Jesus. 

2 Little hearts may love Thee well, 
Little lips Thy love may tell, 
Little hymns Thy praises swell; 

Hear us, Holy Jesus. 

3 Be Thou with us every day, 
In our work and in our play, 
When we learn and when we pray; 

Hear us, Holy Jesus. 

4 May we grow from day to day, 
Glad to learn each holy way, 
Ever ready to obey; 

Hear us, Holy Jesus. 

5 May our thoughts be undefiled; 
May our words be true and mild; 
Make us each a holy child; 

Hear us, Holy Jesus. 

6 Jesus, Son of God Most High, 
Who didst in the manger lie, 
Who upon the Cross didst die; 

Hear us, Holy Jesus. 

7 Jesus, from Thv heavenlv throne 
Watching o'er each little one, 
Till our life on earth is done, 

Hear us, Holy Jesus. 

Thomas Benson Pollock, 1870 (?). 



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For the Nursery 4 Q, 8 8, 4. 

LEEF, baby, sleep! 

Thy mother watch doth keep 



444 HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 

With love that knows no weariness, 
Untiring in its tenderness. 
Sleep, baby, sleep! 

2 Sleep, baby, sleep! 
The angels watch will keep, 

And whisper as they hover nigh 
Of heavenly love beyond the sky. 
Sleep, baby, sleep! 

3 Sleep, baby, sleep! 

God grant thee slumbers deep; 
And peacefully as dews of heaven 
Lie cradled in the flowers at even, 
Sleep, baby, sleep! 

4 Sleep, baby, sleep! 

No weary watch we'll keep: 
When Jesus calls us to His breast, 
There sweetly we'll together rest. 
Sleep, baby, sleep! 

Ferdinand F. Buermeyer, 1876- 



571 Morning C. M. 

"Y Father, for another night 
Of quiet sleep and rest, 
For all the joy of morning light, 
Thy holy Name be blest. 



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2 Now with the new-born day I give 

Myself anew to Thee, 
That as Thou wiliest I may live, 
And what Thou wiliest be. 

3 Whate'er I do, things great or small, 

Whate'er I speak or frame, 
Thy glory may I seek in all, 
Do all in Jesus' Name. 



HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 


445 


4 My Father, for His sake, I pray 
Thy child accept and bless; 
And lead me by Thy grace to-day 
In paths of righteousness. 




Henry Williams Baker 


, 1875. 


572 Morning 4 4 6, < 


14 6. 


T 1 \HE morning bright, 
A With rosy light, 
Hath waked me from my sleep; 

Father, I own 

Thy love alone 
Thy little ones doth keep. 




2 All through the day, 

I humbly pray, 
Be Thou my Guard and Guide; 

My sins forgive, 

And let me live, 
Blest Jesus, near Thy side. 




3 make Thv rest 
Within my breast, 
Great Spirit of all grace; 
Make me like Thee; 
Then shall I be 
Prepared to see Thy face. 




4 To Father, Son, 
And Spirit, One, 

Great God Whom I adore, 
All glory be, 
My God, to Thee, 

Both now, and evermore. 




Thomas Osmund Summer. 
Dox. Godfrey Thrin^ 


i, 1846. 

U 1882. 



446 HYMNS FOE CHILDREN 



573 Evening 6 6,6 6. 

Y Father, hear my prayer, 
Before I go to rest; 
It is Thy little child 

That cometh to be blest. 



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2 Forgive me all my sin, 

And let me sleep this night 
In safety and in peace, 
Until the morning light. 

3 Lord, help me every day 

To love Thee more and more, 
And try to do Thy will 
Much better than before. 

4 Now look upon me, Lord, 

Ere I lie down to rest; 
It is Thy little child 

That cometh to be blest. 

E. C. W. in Book of Praise for Children, 1875. 



574 Evening 6 5, 6 5. 

OW the day is over, 
Night is drawing nigh, 
Shadows of the evening 
Steal across the sky. 



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2 Now the darkness gathers, 

Stars their watches keep, 
Birds, and beasts, and flowers 
Soon will be asleep. 

3 Jesus, give the weary 

Calm and sweet repose, 

With Thy tenderest blessing 

May mine eyelids close. 



HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 447 

4 Grant to little children 

Visions bright of Thee; 
Guard the sailors tossing 
On the deep blue sea. 

5 Through the long night-watches 

May Thine angels spread 
Their white wings above me, 
Watching round my bed. 

6 When the morning wakens, 

Then may I arise 
Pure and fresh and sinless 
In Thy holy eyes. 

7 Glory to the Father, 

Glory to the Son, 
And to Thee, blest Spirit, 
Whilst all ages run. 

Sabine Baring-Gould, 1865. 

Evening 7 6, 7 6. D. 

THE hours of day are over, 
The evening calls us home; 
Once more to Thee, O Father, 

With thankful hearts we come. 
For all Thy countless blessings 

We praise Thy holy Name, 
And own Thy love unchanging, 
Through days and years the same. 

2 For this, O Lord, we bless Thee, 

For this we thank Thee most: 
The cleansing of the sinful, 

The saving of the lost, 
The Teacher ever present, 

The Friend for ever nigh, 
The home prepared by Jesus 

For us above the sky. 



448 HYMNS FOR CHILDREN 

3 Lord, gather all Thy children 

To meet Thee there at last, 
Where earthly tasks are ended, 

And earthly days are past; 
With all our dear ones round us 

In that eternal home, 
Where death no more shall part us, 

And night shall never come. 

John Ellerton, 1858. 

57 Q Evening 4 4 6, 4 4 6. 

THE daylight fades, 
The evening shades 
Are gathering round my head; 
Father above, 
I praise that love 
Which nightly guards my bed. 

2 While Thou art near, 
I need not fear 

The gloom of midnight hour; 

Blest Jesus, still 

From every ill 
Defend me with Thy power! 

3 Pardon my sin, 
And enter in 

To sanctify my heart; 

Spirit Divine, 

O make me Thine, 
And ne'er from me depart! 

Thomas Osmund Summers, 18^9. 



577 Evening 8 7, 8 7. 

ESUS, tender Shepherd, hear me; 
Bless Thy little lamb to-night; 
Through the darkness be Thou near me, 
Keep me safe till morning light. 



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FOR YOUNG PEOPLE 449 

2 Through this day Thy hand has led me, 
And I thank Thee for Thy care; 

Thou hast warmed me, clothed and fed me, 
Listen to my evening prayer. 

3 Let my sins be all forgiven; 
Bless the friends I love so well; 
Take me, when I die, to heaven, 
Happy there with Thee to dwell. 

Mary Lundie Duncan, 1839. 



FOR YOUNG PEOPLE 
578* p.m. 

O CHRISTIANS! leagued together, 
To battle for the right, 
Arise and don your armor, 

Put the foe to flight. 
We've given our allegiance, 
To serve without surcease 
The mighty Lord of Armies 
And gentle Prince of Peace. 

All hail, our glorious Saviour! 

We march inhere Thou hast trod, 
To seek Thy House of Triumph, 

The City of our God. 

2 Then onward be the war-cry 

And onward still, so long 
As we have self to conquer, 

Souls to cheer with song, 
Let sound the martial music, 

Ring our the bugle call 
To rally for the conflict 

Our people one and all. 



This Hymn is additional to the Collection. 



450 FOR YOUNG PEOPLE 

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3 We proudly bear as banner 

A cross within the heart, 
To show that we have chosen 

Christ, the better part. 
Then joy and peace and comfort 

Shall blossom as a rose, 
Until our earthly blessings 

The worth of heaven disclose. 

Lillian Weaver Cassaday, 1893. 
Refrain by Margaret. R. Seebach, 1915. 







INDEXES 


SUPPLEMENTARY HYMNS 


FOR USE UNDER THE SEVERAL RUBRICS 


ADVENT 


34 Joy to the world! 

85 Lord of mercy and of might. 
126 Rejoice, the Lord is King! 
377 Ye servants of the Lord. 
425 Hosanna to the living Lord! 


513 Lo! He comes, 

514 Great God, what do I see 

515 Day of wrath! 

519 Ten thousand times 
526 The world is very evil. 


CHRISTMAS 


12 Come, Thou long-expected 
38 As with gladness men of old. 
42 Hail to the Lord's Anointed. 


45 Saviour of our race. 
311 Songs of praise 
530-541 Hymns for Children. 


THE CIRCUMCISION AND THE NAME OF JESUS 


131 All hail the power 
264 for a heart to praise 


343 How sweet the Name 


EPIPHANY 


34 Joy to the world! 
129 Beautiful Saviour! 
131 All hail the power 
208 Lord of our life, 
217 Thou, Whose almighty 
219 Jesus shall reign 
224 Zion, haste, 
233 At even ere the sun was set. 

235 Where cross the crowded 

236 Thine arm, Lord, 


293 From all that dwell below 

294 worship the King, 
352 Jesus, King most 
373 Light, Whose beams 

423 God of Mercy, God of Grace 
450 Christ, Whose glory fills 
501 The ocean hath no danger. 
542, 543 Hymns for Children. 
Also Missions {216-238). 


THE FESTIVAL OF THE TRANSFIGURATION 


43 One with God the Father 
46 Light of the anxious heart. 

4. 


47 Christ, our true 
129 Beautiful Saviour! 

51 



452 INDEXES 


SEPTUAGESIMA TO LENT 


63 Love, how deep, 


373 Light, Whose beams 


168 Lord, Thy Word abideth. 


378 Am I a soldier of the Cross? 


260 Jesus, still lead on. 


383 The Son of God goes forth 


276 Love divine, all love 


393 Thy way, not mine, Lord. 


325 Jesus sinners doth receive. 


395 My Jesus, as Thou wilt! 


351 Jesus, my Lord, 


425 Hosanna to the living Lord! 


356 draw me, Saviour, 


432 Almighty God! Thy Word 


368 Thou art the Way; 


486 We plough the fields, 


LENT 


54 mean may seem this 


333 Rock of Ages, cleft for me. 


55 How shall I follow Him 


337 Just as I am, 


80 Jesus, Lord of life and 


339 Not all the blood of beasts. 


82 Saviour, when in dust 


347 Friend of the weary, 


85 Lord of mercy and of might. 


360 My faith looks up to Thee. 


90 Glory be to Jesus. 


364 Love, Who formedst me 


102 Behold the Lamb of God! 


365 I heard the voice of Jesus 


103 perfect life of love! 


367 I need Thee, precious Jesus. 


130 Come, let us join our 


370 Lord, to whom except to 


188 Let Thy Blood in mercy 


371 Jesus, Lover of my soul. 


267 Thou, to Whose 


381 Thou best Gift of Heaven! 


273 Here behold me, 


390 Jesus, I my cross have 


315 Out of the deep I call. 


391 In the hour of trial. 


316 With broken heart 


392 Thou, the contrite sinners' 


317 Out of the depths I cry 


394 O Thou, from Whom all 


320 Lord Jesus, think on me. 


404 help us, Lord ! 


321 Approach, my soul, 


408 My God and Father, while 


324 Weary of earth, and laden 


429 Behold us, Lord, a little 


325 "Jesus sinners doth receive." 


544 There is a green hill 


PALM £ 


JUNDAY 


6 how shall I receive Thee? 


545 Hosanna! loud hosanna! 


42 Hail to the Lord's 


546 When, His salvation 


131 All hail the power 


564 Saviour, Blessed Saviour. 


425 Hosanna to the living Lord! 




HOLY 


WEEK 


58 God, I love Thee; 


78 Jesus, Saviour, Son of God. 


60 Hail, Thou once 


81 Suffering Son of Man, 


61 Sweet the moments, 


84 Jesus, in Thy dying woes. 


64 Lord Jesus, when we stand 


86 All glory, laud, and honor. 


65 Wide open are Thy hands. 


94 Now, my soul, thy voice 


66 We sing the praise of Him 


95 Lord, Thy Death' 


77 There is a fountain filled 


97 When I survey the 



SUPPLEMENTARY HYMNS 453 


98 Christ the Life of all the 

328 Jesus, Thou art my 

329 Jesus, Thy Blood and 

332 Not what these hands 

333 Rock of Ages, cleft for me. 
392 Thou, the contrite sinners' 


394 Thou, from Whom all 

395 My Jesus, as Thou wilt. 

396 Thou art my hiding-place, 

397 Forsake me not, my God. 
425 Hosanna to the living Lord! 
474 The sun is sinking fast. 


EASTER 


130 Come, let us join our 

136 I know that my Redeemer 

441 day of rest and gladness. 


442 This is the day of light. 
511 Jesus Christ, my sure 
547 W T e will carol joyfully. 


ASCENSION 


60 Hail, Thou once despised 

125 The Head that once was 

126 Rejoice, the Lord is King! 

127 Alleluia! sing to Jesus. 

128 Christ, our Hope, 

133 Hark! ten thousand harps 


134 Crown Him with many 
137 Where high the heavenly 
361 Saviour, precious Saviour. 
516 Heavenward still our 
529 Son of God, 
549 Golden harps are sounding. 


THE KINGDOM ANT 


> GLORY OF CHRIST 


36 To the Name of our 

44 Join all the glorious names. 

59 Christ, our King, 

60 Hail, Thou once despised 
87 Jesus! exalted far on high. 

161 Round the Lord in glory 
219 Jesus shall reign where'er 
295 Blessing and honor, 


309 could I speak 

310 When morning gilds the 
349 O Morning Star, so pure, 

351 Jesus, my Lord, my God, 

352 O Jesus, King most 

389 One there is above all others. 
529 O Son of God, 


WHITSUNDAY— T] 


HE HOLY SPIRIT 


123 Thou art gone up on high. 
217 Thou, Whose almighty 
222 Spirit of the living God. 


386 Shine Thou upon us, Lord. 
421 Blessed Jesus, at Thy word. 
550 Holy Spirit, hear us. 


TRINITY SUNDAY— 


THE HOLY TRINITY 


217 Thou, Whose almighty 
271 Let me be Thine for ever. 


274 Lead us, Heavenly Father, 
475 Holy Father, cheer our way. 


THE 1 


WORD 


146 Come, Holy Spirit, 
195 A mighty Fortress 

213 Awake. Thou Spirit, 
221 Lord of all power 


386 Shine Thou upon us, Lord. 
430 On what has now been sown. 
432 Almighty God! Thy Word 



454 INDEXES 


CONFIRMATION 


260 Jesus, still lead on. 

271 Let me be Thine for ever. 

282 Shepherd of tender youth. 

356 draw me, Saviour, 

358 Jesus, Thou wounded Lamb 

364 Love, Who formedst me 


374 Jesus, I live to Thee. 

375 Jesus, Master, Whose I am. 
390 Jesus, I my cross have 

551 God spake, my child, 

552 I was made a Christian. 


THE HOLY COMMUNION 


68 Thy works, not mine, 

327 Jesus, I know, hath died 

328 Jesus, Thou art my 

329 Jesus, Thy Blood 
337 Just as I am, 


345 The King of love my 
351 Jesus, my Lord, my God, 

353 Jesus! the very thought 

354 Jesus, Thou Joy of loving 
364 Love, Who formedst me 


THE CHURCH 


169 Word of God Incarnate 

242 Come Thou now, and be 

243 Great is the Lord our God. 
249 For all Thy saints, Lord. 
251 From all Thy saints 

314 God of Mercy! 


379 Onward, Christian soldiers. 

380 Awake, my soul, 

383 The Son of God goes forth 
Also additional Hymns under 

The Church Triumphant 

(845-853).- 


THE MINISTRY 


142 Come, Holy Ghost, 
202 Rise, ye children 
207 Jesus, with Thy Church 
222 Spirit of the living God. 
228 Winter reigns o'er many 
231 Speed Thy servants, 


377 Ye servants of the Lord. 

386 Shine Thou upon us, Lord. 

Also additional Hvmns under 
The Church (195-2U) and 
Christian Service (375-387). 


MISS 


IONS 


41 Hail, Thou Source of every 

42 Hail to the Lord's Anointed. 
131 All hail the power 

135 for a thousand tongues 
166 Spread, spread, 
212 Lord, speak to me, 


213 Awake, Thou Spirit, 

215 Lord of the harvest, hear. 

293 From all that dwell below 

314 God of Mercy! 

383 The Son of God goes forth 

494 From ocean unto ocean. 


THE SA^ 


ACTUARY 


198 The Church's one 

199 I love Thy Zion, Lord, 
A%% Pleasant are Thy courts 


425 Hosanna to the living Lord! 

426 To Thy temple I repair, 



SUPPLEMENTARY HYMNS 



455 



THE CHURCH TRIUMPHANT 



19 5 A mighty Fortress 
198 The Church's one 

201 Through the night of doubt 

202 Rise, ye children 
205 Come, let us join 

369 Blest are the pure in heart. 
383 The Son of God goes forth 



388 O what, if we are Christ's. 
422 Pleasant are Thy courts 
519 Ten thousand times 
521 Jerusalem. Thou city fair 
523 Thy Word, O God, 
528 Jerusalem the golden. 



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43 
52 
54 
55 
56 



64 
77 
82 
97 
99 
100 



67 

68 

266 

321 



THE CHRISTIAN LIFE 



O very God of very God. 
O One with God the Father. 
My dear Redeemer, and my 
O mean may seem this house 
How shall I follow Him 
Feeble, helpless, how shall I? 



67 Thy life was given for me. 



68 Thy works, not mine, 

71 Jesus, and shall it ever be? 

179 Thine for ever! God of love. 

301 Thee will I love, 

516 Heavenward still our 

Also Hymns 326-413. 



PRAYER, PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING 

492 Before Jehovah's awful 
See also Hymns 80-85, 125-165, 
312-325, 343-374. 



126 Rejoice, the Lord is King. 
321 Approach, my soul, 
385 O Lord of heaven and earth 
429 Behold us, Lord, 



REPENTANCE 



Lord Jesus, when we stand 
There is a fountain filled 
Saviour, when in dust 
When I survey the wondrous 
O Sacred Head, 
Ah, holv Jesus, how hast 



101 Alas! and did my Saviour 
184 Not worthy, Lord, to gather 
257 As pants the hart for cooling 
273 Here behold me, as I cast 
279 Lord, teach us how to pray 
304 All that I was, my sin, 



Thy life was given for me. 
Thy works, not mine, 
O for a faith that will 
Approach, my soul, 



FAITH 

358 
360 
365 
371 



Jesus, Thou wounded Lamb 
My faith looks up to Thee. 
I heard the voice of Jesus 
Jesus. Lover of mv soul. 



COMMUNION 

45 O Saviour of our race." 

58 O God, I love Thee. 

65 Wide open are Thy hands. 

67 Thy life was given for me. 

70 Jesus, Name all names 

83 Son of Man, to Thee I cry. 

124 Draw us to Thee, 



WITH CHRIST 

129 Beautiful Saviour! 

135 O for a thousand tongues 

137 Where high the heavenly 

301 Thee will I love, 

320 Lord Jesus, think on me. 

340 Jesus, my Truth, my Way 

341 My spirit on Thy care. 



456 



INDEXES 



CHRISTIAN SERVICE 

47 O Christ, our true 



67 Thy life was given for me. 
71 Jesus, and shall it ever be? 
73 Christian, dost thou see 

211 Lord of the living harvest. 

212 Lord, speak to me, 
214 Thou Whose feet 

233 At even ere the sun was set, 

234 Thou to Whom the sick 



236 Thine arm, O Lord, 

237 God of mercy, 

258 How blessed, from the bonds 
262 Teach me, My God 
390 Jesus, I mv cross 
429 Behold us," Lord, 
Also Hymns under The Christian 
Life (2511-272). 



CROSS AND COMFORT 



69 Jesus, crucified for man. 

72 Art thou weary, art thou 

75 When sorrow and remorse. 

81 Suffering Son of Man, 

95 Lord, Thy Death 
103 O perfect life of love! 
123 Thou art gone up on high. 
144 Holy Spirit, Lord of light. 
246 What are these in bright 



250 For all the saints, 
259 Through good report 
348 O Love that wilt not let 
365 I heard the voice of Jesus 

370 Lord, to whom except 

371 Jesus, Lover of my soul. 

516 Heavenward still our 

517 A pilgrim and a stranger. 



THE FAMILY 

500 Holy Father, in Thy mercy. | Also Hymns for Children {580, 577) 



AT THE OPENING OF SERVICE 



158 Holy, Holy, Holy! 

159 Holy, Holy, Holy Lord. 
161 Round the Lord in glory 

164 Come, Thou Almighty King. 

165 Father of heaven, 

273 Here behold me, as I cast 
281 Thee we adore, 



286 Praise to the Lord, 
289 Praise, my soul, 
311 Songs of praise the angels 
386 Shine Thou upon us, 
492 Before Jehovah's awful 
Also Hymns under Whitsuntide 
(139-157). 



THE LORD'S DAY 



111 Christ, the Lord, is risen 

113 Jesus Christ is risen to-day, 

114 Christ, the Lord, 



428 Safely through another week 
450 Christ, Whose glory fills 
454 Dayspring of eternity. 



MORNING 



47 O Christ, our true and only 
158 Holy, Holy, Holy! 
290 Heaven and earth, 



310 When morning gilds 

359 O Jesus, Lord of heavenly 



SUPPLEMENTARY HYMNS 457 


EVENING 


47 Christ, our true 
267 Thou, to Whose 
431 Lord, dismiss us with Thy 
435 Saviour, bless us ere we go. 


436 May the grace of Christ 

437 Saviour, again to Thy 

438 Saviour, now the day 
574 Now the day is over. 


NEW YEAR 


254 God of Jacob, 

284 The God of Abraham praise. 

344 How firm a foundation. 


393 Thy way, not mine, O Lord. 
505 Our God, our Help in ages 
527 Brief life is here our portion. 


HARVEST 


283 Now thank we all our God. | 314 God of Mercy! 


NATIONAL 


283 Now thank we all our God. 

292 For the beauty of the earth. 

293 From all that dwell below 

294 worship the King, 


295 Blessing and honor, 

307 Give to our God immortal 

314 God of Mercy! 


DEATH 


76 When our heads are bowed 

99 sacred Head, 
106 Lord Jesus, Who, 
110 Christ Jesus lay in death's 
136 I know that my Redeemer 
245 Who are these like stars 
247 The saints of God! 

249 For all Thy saints, Lord. 

250 For all the saints, 

333 Rock of Ages, cleft for me. 
345 The King of love 
360 My faith looks up to Thee. 
362 blessed Sun whose 


393 Thy way, not mine, O Lord. 
395 My Jesus, as Thou wilt! 
413 Peace, perfect peace. 
456 O Strength and Stay 
460 The radiant morn hath 

475 Holy Father, cheer our way. 

476 Abide with me; fast falls 
480 A few more years shall roll. 
512 Jesus lives! no longer now. 
517 A pilgrim and a stranger. 
519 Ten thousand times 

527 Brief life is here our portion. 

528 Jerusalem the golden. 


HEAVEN 


123 Thou art gone up on high. 

124 Draw us to Thee, Lord 
205 Come, let us join 

246 What are these in bright 

247 The saints of God! 


248 Hark! the sound of holy 

249 For all Thy saints, O Lord. 

250 For all the saints, 

388 O what, if we are Christ's. 



458 



INDEXES 



ORIGINALS OF TRANSLATED HYMNS 



GREEK hymn 

^Avaardo-eccs rj/jiepa 115 

The day of Resurrection 

"Aacofiep iravres Xaoi 108 

Come, ye faithful, raise 
the strain 

'Irjaov yXvKVTare 70 

Jesus, Name all names 
above 
Meya nal irapabo^ov dadfia ... 17 
A great and mighty 
wonder 

Mv&eaXpurrk. • • 320 

Lord Jesus, think on me 
Ou yap /3\e7reis tovs rapar- 

toptcls 73 

Christian, dost thou see 
them 
Xto/jllop tcjXcop adaoov 282 

Shepherd of tender youth 
Trjp fjuepav dieXB&v 458 

The day is past and over 
Zo(j>€pds rpLKVfilas 48 

Fierce was the wild billow 

LATIN 

Adeste fideles 21 

Come hither, ye faithful, 
triumphantly sing 

Adoro te devote • 185 

With all the powers my 
poor heart hath 

Alleluia, dulce carmen 57 

Alleluia! Song of gladness 

Angulare fundamentum 241 

Christ, Thou art the sure 
Foundation 
Benedicite, omnia opera 
Domini 

Angels holy 280 

Praise the Lord of heaven. 288 
Corde natus ex Parentis .... 20 
Of the Father's love be- 
gotten 



HYMN 



Dies irse, dies ilia 515 

Day of wrath! that day of 
mourning! 
En clara vox redarguit ..... 3 
Hark! a thrilling voice is 
sounding 

Finita jam sunt prselia 109 

The strife is o'er, the bat- 
tle done! 

Gloria, laus, et honor 86 

All glory, laud, and honor 

Gloriosi Salvatoris 36 

To the Name of our salva- 
tion 

Hie breve vivitur 527 

Brief life is here our por- 
tion 

Hora novissima 526 

The world is very evil 
Hymnum canamus glorise. . . 122 

A hymn of glory let us sing 
Instantis adventum Dei. ... 4 
The Advent of our God 

Jam lucis orto sidere 451 

Now that the sun is beam- 
ing bright 

Jesu dulcedo cordium 354 

Jesus, Thou Joy of loving 
hearts! 

Jesu dulcis memoria 353 

Jesus! the very thought 
of Thee 

Jesu, nostra redemptio 128 

O Christ, our Hope, our 
heart's Desire 

Jesu rex admirabilis 352 

O Jesus, King most won- 
derful 

Jordanis oras praevia 2 

On Jordan's banks the 
herald's cry 

Lucis Creator optime 466 

Source of light and life 
divine 



ORIGINALS OF TRANSLATED HYMNS 



459 



HYMN 

Lux alma Jesu 46 

Light of the anxious heart 
Nunc Sancte nobis Spiritus . 148 
Blest Spirit, one with 
God above 
O amor quani ecstaticus .... 63 
O Love, how deep, how . 
broad, how high 

O Deus, ego amo te 58 

O God, I love Thee; not 
that my poor love 

O Esca viatorum 186 

O Bread to pilgrims given 

O lux beata Trinitas 462 

O Light, O Trinity most 
blest! 
Prome vocem, mens, cano- 

ram 94 

Now, my soul, thy voice 
upraising 
Rerum Deus tenax vigor . . . 456 
O Strength and Stay up- 
holding all creation 
Rex Christe, factor omnium 59 
O Christ, our King, Crea- 
tor, Lord 

Salve festa dies. 118 

Welcome, happy morning! 
age to age shall say 

Salve Jesu, pastor bone 65 

Wide open are Thy hands 
Sancti venite, corpus Christi 

sumite 187 

Draw nigh and take the 
Body of your Lord 

Sol praeceps rapitur 474 

The sun is sinking fast 
Splendor paterna? glorise. . . . 359 
O Jesus, Lord of heavenly 
grace 

Sun-exit Christus hodie 113 

Jesus Christ is risen to- 
day, Alleluia! 

Te Deum laudamus 281 

Thee we adore, Eternal 
Lord! 



HYMN 

Urbs beata Hierusalem 242 

Come Thou now, and be 
among us 

Urbs Sion aurea 528 

Jerusalem the golden 

Veni, creator Spiritus 142 

Come, Holy Ghost, our 
souls inspire 
Veni, Sancte Spiritus 

Come, Holy Ghost, in love 143 
Holy Spirit, Lord of Light. 144 

Veni, veni, Emmanuel 1 

O come, O come, Emmanuel 

Vexilla regis prodeunt 91 

The royal standard for- 
ward goes 

Victimse paschali 112 

Christ, the Lord, is ris'n 
to-day 

GERMAN 

Ach bleib mit deiner Gnade. 433 

x\bide with us, our Saviour 
Ach Gott, verlass mich nicht 397 

Forsake me not, my God 
Ach lieber Herre Jesu Christ 175 
Lord Jesus Christ, our 
Lord most dear 
Ach mein verwundter Fiirst 358 
Jesus, Thou wounded 
Lamb of God 
Allein Gott in der H6h' sey 

Ehr 160 

All glory be to God on high 
Auf, auf, ihr Reichsgenossen 15 
Arise, the kingdom is at 
hand 
Auf! ihr Christen, Christi 

Glieder 202 

Rise, ye children of salva- 
tion 
Aus tiefer Noth schrei ich zu 

dir 317 

Out of the depths I cry to 
Thee 



460 INDEXES 


HYMN 


HYMN 


Befiehl du deine Wege 


Ermuntert euch, ihr From- 


Commit thou ail thy griefs 399 


men 13 


Give to the winds thy 


Rejoice, all ye believers 


fears , ". 400 


Erquicke mich, du Heil der 


Beim friihen Morgenlicht. . . 310 


Sunder 347 


When morning gilds the 


Friend of the weary, O re- 


skies 


fresh us 


Christ lag in Todesbanden. . 110 


fis ist ein Reis entsprungen . 533 


Christ Jesus lay in death's 


Behold a Branch is grow- 


strong bands 


ing 


Christe, du Beistand deiner 


Freut euch, ihr lieben Chris- 


Kreuzgemeine 208 


ten 30 


Lord of our life, and God 


Rejoice, rejoice, ye Chris- 


of our salvation 


tians 


Christi Blut und Gerechtig- 


Frohlich soil mein Herze 


keit 329 


springen 22 


Jesus, Thy Blood and 


All my heart this night re- 


Righteousness 


joices 


Christus ist erstanden 114 


Gelobet seist du, Jesu Christ 18 


Christ, the Lord, is risen 


All praise to Thee, Eternal 


again 


Lord 


Dein Wort, O Herr, ist 


Gott des Himmels und der 


milder Thau 171 


Erden 446 


Thy Word, O Lord, like 


God, Who madest earth 


gentle dews 


and heaven 


Der du, Herr Jesu, Ruh und 


Gott ist gegenwartig 424 


Rast 106 


God Himself is present 


Lord Jesus, Who, our souls 
to save 


Gott rufet noch 312 


God calling yet! — shall I 


Die giild'ne Sonne, voll 


not hear? 


Freud' und Wonne .... 447 


Gott sei Dank durch alle 


Evening and morning 


Welt 32 


Die Nacht ist kommen, drin 


Let the earth now praise 


wir ruhen sollen 459 


the Lord 


Now God be with us, for 


Gott sp#ach zu dir 551 


the night is closing 


God spake, my child, God 


Du wesentliches Wort 45 


spake to thee 


O Saviour of our race 


Gottes Sohn ist kommen .... 10 


Ein feste Burg ist unser 


Once He came in bless- 


Gott 195 


ing 


A mighty Fortress is our 


Hallelujah, schoner Morgen . 439 


God 


Alleluia! Fairest morn- 


Erhalt uns, Herr, bei deinem 


ing! 


Wort 167 


Herr Gott, dich loben wir . . . 496 


Lord, keep us steadfast in 


Lord God, we worship 


Thy Word I 


Thee! 



ORIGINALS OF 


TRANSLATED HYMNS 


161 


i 


3YMN 


HYMN 


Herr Jesu Christ, dich zu uns 




Jerusalem, du hochgebaute 




wend 


419 


Stadt 


521 


Lord Jesus Christ, be pres- 




Jerusalem, thou city fair 




ent now 




and high 




Herr Jesu Christ, wahr 




Jesu, deine tiefen Wunden. . 


95 


Mensch und Gott 


506 


Lord, Thy Death and Pas- 




Lord Jesus Christ, true 




sion give 




Man and God 




Jesu, geh' voran 


260 


Herr Jesu, Licht der Heiden 


51 


Jesus, still lead on 




Light of the Gentile na- 




Jesu, meines Lebens Leben. 


98 


tions 




Christ the Life of all the 




Herz und Herz vereint zu- 




living 




sammen 


209 


Jesus lebt ! mit ihm auch ich . 


512 


Jesus, truest Friend, unite 




Jesus lives! no longer now 




Herzliebster Jesu 


100 


Jesus, meine Zuversicht. . . . 


511 


Ah, holy Jesus, how hast 




Jesus Christ, my sure De- 




Thou offended 




fence 




Himmel, Erde, Luft und 




Jesus nimmt die Sunder an . . 


325 


Meer 


290 


Jesus sinners doth receive 




Heaven and earth, and sea 




Kein Ohr hat nie gehoret . . . 


523 


and air 




Thy Word, O God, declar- 




. Himmelan geht unsere Bahn 


516 


eth 




Heavenward still our path- 




Komm, Heiliger Geist, Herre 




way tends 




Gott 


146 


Hinunter ist der Sonnen 




Come, Holy Spirit, God 




Schein 


477 


and Lord! 




Sunk is the sun's last 




Komm, O komm, du Geist 




beam of light 




des Lebens 


149 


Ich bin ein Gast auf Erden . . 


517 


Come, O come, Thou 




A pilgrim and a stranger 




quickening Spirit 




Ich bin getauft auf deinen 




Lass mich dein sein und blei- 




Namen 


177 


ben 


271 


Father, Son and Holy 




Let me be Thine for ever 




Spirit 




Liebe, die du mich zum Bilde 364 


Ich habe nun den Grund ge- 




O Love, Who formedst me 




funden 




to wear 




Now I have found the 




Liebster Jesu, wir sind hier. . 


421 


ground wherein 


326 


Blessed Jesus, at Thy 




Jesus, I know, hath died 




Word 




for me 


327 


Lobe den Herren, den 




Ich will dich lieben 


301 


machtigen Konig 


286 


Thee will I love, my 




Praise to the Lord, the Al- 




Strength, my Tower 




mighty 




Ist Gott fur mich, so trete 




MachthochdieThur 


7 


If God Himself be for me. 


335 


Lift up your heads, ye 




Since Jesus is my Friend. 


3 VI 


mighty gates! 





462 



INDEXES 



HYMN 

Mein Jesu, wie du willt. . . . 395 

My Jesus, as Thou wilt! 
Morgenglanz der Ewigkeit. . 454 
Dayspring of Eternity 

Nun danket alle Gott 283 

Now thank we all our 
God 

Nun ruhen alle Walder 469 

Now rest beneath night's 
shadow 
O Christe, Morgensterne .... 350 
O Christ, Thou bright and 
morning Star 

O du allersiisste Freude 147 

Holy Spirit, Source of 
gladness! 

O Gottessohn 529 

O Son of God, in co-eternal 
might 
O Haupt voll Blut und Wun- 

den 99 

O Sacred Head, now 
wounded 
O Heil'ger Geist, kehr' bei 

uns ein. 153 

O Holy Spirit, enter in 
O Heiliger Geist, O heiliger 

Gott 145 

O Spirit of Life, O Spirit 
of God 

O hochbegluckte Seele 258 

How blessed, from the 
bonds of sin 
O ihr Himmel, schauet an. . 537 
O ye heavens, bend and 
see 
O Jesu Christ, mein schons- 
tes Licht 
Jesus, Thy boundless love 

to me 355 

O draw me, Saviour, after 

Thee! 356 

O Jesu Christe, wahres Licht 47 
O Christ, our true and 
only Light 



HYMN 

O Jesu, meine Sonne 362 

O blessed Sun whose 
splendor 
O selig Haus, wo man dich 

aufgenommen 416 

O blessed house, that 
cheerfully receiveth 
O treuer Heiland Jesu Christ 268 
We praise and bless Thee, 
gracious Lord 
O Vaterherz das Erd und 

Himmel schuf 173 

Father of heaven, Who 
hast created all 
O wie selig seid ihr doch, ihr 

Frommen 510 

O how blest are ye whose 
toils are ended! 
Schmucke dich, O liebe Seele 182 
Deck thyself with joy and 
gladness 

Schonster Herr Jesu 129 

Beautiful Saviour! 
Seele, du musst munter wer- 

den , 445 

Come, my soul, thou must 
be waking 
Seelenabrutigam, O du 

Gottes Lamm 267 

O Thou, to Whose all- 
searching sight 
Sei Lob und Ehr dem 

hbchsten Gut 285 

All praise to God Who 
reigns above 
Sieh hier bin ich, Ehren- 

konig 273 

Here behold me, as I cast 
me 

Soruhest du 107 

Rest of the weary! Thou 
StilleNacht, heilige Nacht. . 530 

Silent night! Holy night! 
Straf mich nicht in deinem 

Zorn 313 

Smite us not in anger, Lord 



ORIGINALS OF TRANSLATED HYMNS 



463 



HYMN 

Thut niir auf die scheme 

Pforte 420 

Open now thy gates of 
beauty 
Trbstet, trostet, meine Lie- 
ben 8 

Comfort, comfort ye, My 
people 
Verborgne Gottesliebe du. . . 346 
Thou hidden Love of God, 
Whose height 
Verzage nicht, du Hauflein 

klein 196 

Be not dismayed, thou 
little flock 
Vom Himmel hock da komm 

ick ker. . . 19 

Good news from keaven 
tke angels bring 

Wack auf, du Geist 213 

Awake, Tkou Spirit, Wko 
didst fire 
YVacket auf, ruft uns die 

Stimme 5 

Wake, awake, for nigkt is 
flying 
Walte, walte, nak und fern . . 166 
Spread, O spread, tkou 
migkty Word 
Was Gott tkut das ist wohl- 

getkan 402 

Wkate'er my God ordains 
is rigkt 
W T as Gott tkut, das ist wohl- 

getkan 488 

What our Fatker does is 
well 
Weil ick Jesu Sckaflein bin. . 556 

I am Jesus' little lamb 
Wenn meine Siind' mick 

kranken 75 

Wken sorrow and remorse 
Wenn wir in kocksten 

Notken sein 498 

When in the hour of ut- 
most need 



HYMN 

Wer Gott vertraut 334 

Who trusts in God, a 
strong abode 
Wer nur den lieben Gott 

lasst walten 398 

If thou but suffer God to 
guide thee 
Wer sind die vor Gottes 

Throne? 245 

Who are these like stars 
appearing 
Wie schbn leuchtet der Mor- 

genstern 349 

O Morning Star, so pure, 
so bright 
Wie soil ich dich empfan- 

gen r o 

O how shall I receive 
Thee 
Wie wohl hast du gelabet. . . 193 
O living Bread from 
heaven 
Willkommen, Held im 

Streite 119 

Welcome, Thou Victor in 
the strife 
Winter herrscht noch weit 

auf Erden % 228 

Winter reigns o'er many a 
region 
Wir pflligen und wir streuen 486 
We plough the fields, and 
scatter 
Wir sind des Herrn, wir 

leben, oder sterben 410 

We are the Lord's: His 
all-sufficient merit 
Wir singen dir, Immanuel ... 26 
Emmanuel! we sing Thy 
praise 
Zeuch ein zu deinen Thoren 155 
O enter, Lord, Thy tem- 
ple 

Zeuch uns nach dir 124 

Draw us to Thee, Lord 
Jesus 



464 



INDEXES 



SWEDISH 

En stjarna gick pa himlen 

fram 542 

A Star is moving through 
the sky 
Jesu! du min frojd och fr om- 
nia 357 

Jesus, Lord, and precious 
Saviour 



DANISH 

Det kimer nu til Julefest . ... 23 
The happy Christmas 
comes once more 
Igjennem Nat og Trsengsel. . 201 
Through the night of 
doubt and sorrow 



FRENCH 

Est-ce vous que je vois, 6 

mon Maitre adorable!. . 96 
My Lord, my Master, at 
Thy feet adoring 
Non, ce n'est pas mourir. . . . 504 
It is not death to die 

ITALIAN 

Gesu sommo conforto 92 

Jesus, Refuge of the weary 

Viva! viva! Gesu 90 

Glory be to Jesus 

WELSH 

Arglwydd arwain trwy'r 

anialwch 261 

Guide me, O Thou great 
Jehovah 



AUTHORS, TRANSLATORS, SOURCES OF HYMNS 465 


AUTHORS, TRANSLATORS AND SOURCES OF 


HYMNS 


HYMN 


HYMN 


Adams, Mrs. Sarah (Flower), 


Anonymous: German. . . .18, 310, 


b. 1805, England; d. 1818. 


350, (459), 533 


Unitarian 407 


Italian 90 


Addison, Joseph, b. 1672, 


Latin 1, 3, 21, 36, 


England; d. 1719. Angli- 


57, 109, 11*. 113, 1*8, 14*, 


can 296 


143, 144, 148, 186, 187, 241, 


Albert, Heinrich, b. 1604, 


242, 281, 451, 462, 466, 474 


Germany ; d. 1 65 1 . Organ- 


Anonymous translations 


ist, Poet. Lutheran 446 


433*, 530* 


Albinus, Rev. Johann Georg, 


Arnold's Compleat Psalmo- 


b. 1624, Saxony; d. 1679. 


dist, 1749 113 


Lutheran Pastor 313 


Arrhenius, Rev. Jacob, b. 


Alexander, Mrs. Cecil Fran- 


1642, Sweden; d. 1725. 


ces (Humphreys), b. 1823, 


Secretary and Professor, 


Ireland; d. 1895. Angli- 


Lniversity of Upsala. Lu- 


can 535, 544, 554 


theran 357 


Alexander, James Waddell, 


Ash & Evans, Collection, 


D.D., b. 1804, Virginia; d. 


Bristol, 1769 150 


1859. Presbyterian 99* 


Astley, Rev. Charles Tam- 


Alford, Henry, D.D., Dean 


berlane, M.A., b. 1825, 


of Canterbury b. 1810, 


Wales; d. 1878. Anglican. 410* 


England; d. 1871. Angli- 


Auber, Miss Harriet, b. 1773, 


can 484,519 


England; d. 1862. Angli- 


Allen, Rev. James, b. 1734, 


can 157, 227 


England; d. 1804. Follower 




of Benjamin Ingham, later 


Bahnmaier, Rev. Jonathan 


a Sandemanian (61) 


Friederich, b. 1774, Wiirt- 


Altenburg, Rev. Johann Mi- 


temberg; d. 1841. One of 


chael, b. 1584, Saxony; d. 


the principal members of 


1640. Magister- Rector. 


the Committee of Com- 


Lutheran . . 196 


pilers of the Wiirttcmberg 


Ambrose, Aurelius Bishop of 


Gesanbgnch of 1842. Lu- 


Milan, b. 310. Treves in 


theran 166 


Gaul; d. 397...-. .. 359. 456? 


Baker, Rev Sir Henry Wil- 


Anatolius. cir. VTTT Century, 


liams, M.A., b. 1821, Eng- 


Greece. Greek Church 48, 458 


land; d. 1877. Original 


Andrew of Crete. Archbishop 


member of Committee, 


of Crete, b. Damascus; d. 


Hymns Ancient and Mod- 


761. Greek Church 73 


cm, 1859, and first Chair- 


Anonvmous: 


man. Anglican .... (20*), 103, 


English, 164, (287), 366,(514), 


168, 315, 345, 388, 


5-2.5, 536, 538. 547, 555 


487, 488*, 499, 571 


* Indicates a translation ( ) Indicates partial authorship or translation 


t Revision. 



466 



INDEXES 



HYMN 

Bakewell, Rev. John, b. 1721, 
England; d. 1819. Metho- 
dist . (60) 

Barbauld, Mrs. Anna Laetitia 
"(Aikiir), b. England; d. 
1825. Unitarian 485 

Baring-Gould, Rev. Sabine, 
M.A., b. 1834, England. 
Anglican 201*, 379, 574 

Bathurst, Rev. William Hi- 
ley, b. 1796, England; d. 
1877. Anglican 16, 266 

Baxter, Rev. Richard, b. 
1615, England; d. 1691. 
Anglican, later a Noncon- 
formist 403 

Bede, The Venerable, b. 
673, England; d. 735. 
Monk 122 

Benson, Louis FitzGerald, 
D.D., b. 1855, Pennsyl- 
vania. Editor of the Pres- 
byterian Hymnal. Pres- 
byterian 214 

Bernard of Clair vaux, b. 
1091, Burgundy; d. 1153. 
Abbot of Clairvaux. . . .46, 65?, 
352, 353, 354 

Bernard of Cluny, b. cir. 
1145, Bretagne. Monk of 
Cluny 526,527, 528 

Bethune, George Washing- 
ton, D.D., b. 1805, New 
York; d. 1862. Dutch Re- 
formed 504* 

Bevan, Mrs. Emma Frances 
(Schuttleworth), b. 1827, 
England; d. — ?. Anglican . 202* 

Bickersteth, Edward Henry, 
D.D., Bishop of Exeter, b. 
1825, England; d. 1906. 
Anglican. . . .58*, 184, 413, 479 

Blackie, John Stuart, LL.D., 
b. 1809, Scotland; d. 1895. 
Lawyer, Professor, Edi- 
tor. 280 



HYMN 

Bogatsky, Karl Heinrich von, 
b. 1690, Silesia; d. 1774. 
Lutheran Pietist 213 

Bonar, Horatius, D.D., b. 
1808, Scotland; d. 1889. 

Presbyterian 68, 78, 

163, 183, 204, 259, 295, 304, 
332, 338, 365, 393, 480, 531 

Borthwick, Miss Jane Laurie, 
b. 1813, Scotland; d. 1897. 
Presbyterian. .258*, 260*, 268*, 
395*, 439*, 517* 

Bosworth's Hymns, 1865 363 

Bowring, Sir John, LL.D., b. 
1792, England; d. 1872. 
Unitarian 62, 297 

Brady, Nicholas, D.D., b. 
1659, Ireland; d. 1726. An- 
glican (257) 

Bridaine, Rev. Jacques, b. 
1701, France; d. 1767. Ro- 
man Catholic 96 

Bridges, Matthew, b. 1800, 
England; d. 1893. Angli- 
can, later Roman Catholic, 
1848 ".. .102, (134), 178 

Bridges, Robert, M. A., 
L.H.D., LL.D., F.R.C.P., 
b. 1844, England. Poet 
Laureate of England. An- 
glican 100*, 310* 

Bromehead, Rev. Joseph, b. 
1748, England; d. 1826. 
Anglican 524 

Brooks, Rev. Charles Tim- 
othy, b. 1813, Massachu- 
. setts; d. 1883. Unitarian. . 489 

Brooks, Phillips, D.D., Bishop 
of Massachusetts, b. 1835, 
Massachusetts; d. 1893. 
Episcopalian 31 

Browne, Rev. Simon, b. cir. 
1680, England; d. 1732. 
Congregationalist 150 

Browne, Thomas Briarly, b. 
England 288 



AUTHORS TRANSLATORS, SOURCES OF HYMNS 467 



HYMN 

Brownlie, John, D.D., b. 1859, 
Scotland. Presbyterian. 14, 188 

Bruce, Michael, b. 1746, Scot- 
land; d. 1767. Presbyte- 
rian , 137 

Bryant, William Cullen, b. 
1794, Massachusetts; d. 
1878. Poet. Unitarian, 
later Baptist 232 

Buckoll, Rev. Henry James, 
b. 1803, England; d. 1871. 
Anglican 445* 

Buermever, Ferdinand Fred- 
erick, M.A., D.D., b. 1846, 
New York. Lutheran .... 570 

Burke, Christian, b. 1859, 
England. Anglican 418 

Bvrom, John, M.A., F.R.S., 
lb. 1692, England; d. 1763. 
Anglican 24 

Campbell, Miss Jane Mont- 
gomery, b. 1817, England; 
d. 1878. Anglican 486* 

Campbell, Robert, b. 1814, 
Scotland; d. 1868. Angli- 
can, later Roman Catholic, 
1852 46*, 253 

Canitz, Friedrich Rudolph 
Ludwig, Freiherr von, b. 
1654, Germany; d. 1699. 
Lutheran 445 

Cassaday, Mrs. Lillian 
(Weaver), b. 1861, Penn- 
sylvania; d. 1914. Wife of 
Lutheran clergyman. Lu- 
theran (578) 

Caswall, Rev. Edward, b. 
1814; d. 1878. Anglican, 
later Roman Catholic, 1847 

3*, 21*, 90*, 144*, (310*), 
352*, 353*, 474*, 532 

Cawood, Rev. John, b. 1775, 
England; d. 1852. Angli- 
can 33, 432 

Cennick, Rev. John, b. 1718, 



HYMN 

England; d. 1755. Angli- 
can, Wesleyan, Moravian 

263, 513 
Chandler, Rev. John, b. 1806, 
England; d. 1876. Angli- 
can g* 4*^ 94* 

128*, 148*, 359*,' 466* 

Charles, Mrs. Elizabeth 
(Rundle), b. 1828, Eng- 
land; d. 1896. Anglican 

122*, (196*) 

Chatfield, Rev. Allen William, 
b. 1808, England; d. 1896. 
Anglican 320* 

Chorley, Henrv Fothergill, b. 
1808, England; d. 1872. 
Friend, Anglican (497) 

Claudius, Matthias, b. 1740, 
Germany; d. 1815. Luth- 
eran 486 

Clausnitzer, Rev. Tobias, 
M.A., b. 1619, Saxony; d. 
1684. Lutheran 421 

Clement of Alexandria (Titus 
Flavius Clemens), b. cir. 
170, Greece; d. cir. 220. 
Greek Church 282 

Coffin, Charles, b. 1676, 
France; d. 1749. Rector of 
the University of Paris. 
Gallican Church 2, 4 

Collins, Rev. Henry, F.R.S., 
b. 1830, England; Anglican, 
later Roman Catholic (Cis- 
tercian), 1857 74, 351 

Collyer, William Bengo,D.D., 
b. 1782, England; d. 1854 (514) 

Composite Translations. . . .195*, 
290*, 349*, 462* 

Conder, Josiah, b. 1789, Eng- 
land; d. 1855. Author, 
Editor, Publisher. Con- 
gregational ist 55, 192 

Cooke (Rev. William) & 
Denton's (Rev. William) 
Church Hymnal, 1853 57* 



468 



INDEXES 



HYMN 

Cooper, Rev. Edward, b. 
1770, England; d. 1833. 
Anglican 165 

Cosin, John, D.D., Bishop 
of Durham, b. 1594, Eng- 
land; d. 1672. Anglican . . . 142* 

Cotter ill, Rev. Thomas, 
M.A., b. 1779, England; d. 

1823. Anglican 87, 139, 

140t, 514f 

Cotterill's (Thomas) Selec- 
tion of Psalms & Hymns 
(First Edition, 1810), 1815. 281 

Cowper, William, b. 1731, 
England; d. 1800. Poet. 
Anglican 77, 170, 409 

Cox, Miss Frances Elizabeth, 
b. 1812, England; d. 1897. 

Anglican 245*, 285*, 

(469*), 477*, 512*, 516* 

Coxe, Arthur Cleveland, 
D.D., LL.D., Bishop of 
Western New York,b. 1818, 
New Jersey; d. 1896. Epis- 
copalian. .* 203,223 

Crashaw, Rev. Richard, b. 
England; d. 1650. Roman 
Catholic 185* 

Cummins, John James, b. 
1795, Ireland; d. 1867. 
Anglican 80 



Dach, Simon, b. 1605, Prus- 
sia; d. 1659. Rector of the 
University of Konigsberg. 
Lutheran 510 

Dayman, Rev. Edward Ar- 
thur, Canon of Bitton, b. 
1807, England; d. 1890. 
Anglican 502 

Decius, Nikolaus (Nicolaus 
a Curia or von Hofe), b. 
Bavaria; d. 1541. Roman 
Catholic Monk, later Luth- 
eran, 1522-3 160 



HYMN 

Deck, Rev. James George, b. 
1802, England; d. 1884. 
Plymouth Brethren 372 

Denicke, David, b. 1603, 
Saxony; d. 1680. Lutheran (75) 

Dexter, Henry Martyn, D.D., 
b. 1821, Massachusetts; d. 
1890. Congregationalist. . 282* 

Dix, William Chatterton, b. 
1837, England; d. 1898. 
Anglican 38, 127, 483, 534 

Doane, George Washington, 
D.D., Bishop of New Jer- 
sey, b. 1799, New Jersey; 
d. 1859. Episcopalian. 368, 465 

Doddridge, Philip, D.D., b. 
1702, England; d. 1751. In- 
dependent, 9, 254, 377, 380, 482 

Doudney, Miss Sarah, b. 
1843, England. Novelist. . 438 

Downton, Rev. Henry, b. 
1818, England; d. 1885. 
Anglican 226, 481 

Duncan, Mrs. Mary (Lundie), 
b. 1814, Scotland; d. 1840. 
Presbyterian 577 

D wight, John Sullivan, b. 
1812, Massachusetts. Con- 
gregationalist 489f 

Dwight, Timothy, D.D., b. 
1752, Massachusetts; d. 
1817. Congregationalist.. 199 



Eber, Rev. Paul, b. 1511, 
Bavaria; d. 1569. General 
Superintendent Electorate 
of Saxony. Lutheran. 498, 506 

E. C. W. in Book of Praise for 
Children, 1875 573 

Edmeston, James, b. 1791, 
England; d. 1867. Angli- 
can, later Congregational- 
ist. .". 274, (467) 

Ellerton, Rev. John, b. 1826, 
England; d. 1893. Co- 



AUTHORS, TRANSLATORS, SOURCES OF HYMNS 469 



editor of Church Hymns. 

Anglican 104, 118*, 

886. 4*29, 437, 44*2, (456*), 
(497), 508, 509, (528), 575 

Elliott, Miss Charlotte, b. 
1789, England; d. 1781. 
Anglican 337, 392, 408 

Elliott, Miss Emily Eliza- 
beth Steele, b. 1836, Eng- 
land; d. 1897. Anglican 

540, 541 

Elven, Rev. Cornelius, b. 
1797, England; d. 1873. 
Baptist 316 

Enfield, Rev. William. LL.D., 
b. 1741, England; d. 1797. 
Presbyterian 53 

Faber, Frederick William, 
D.D., b. 1814, England; d. 
1863. Anglican, later Ro- 
man Catholic, 1846 (105), 

256, 303, 435 

Falckner, Rev. Justus, b. 
1672, Saxony; d. 1723. 
First Lutheran clergyman 
ordained in America. Or- 
dained in the Swedish 
Church, Wicacoa, Philadel- 
phia, by Rudman, T. E. 
Bjorck and A. Sandel, Nov. 
24, 1703 202 

Fawcett, John, D.D., b. 
1739-40, England; d. 1817. 
Baptist 431? 

Findlater. Mrs. Sarah (Borth- 
wick), b. 1823, Scotland; d. 
1907. Presbyterian . . 13*, 312* 

Fortunatus, Yenantius Hon- 
orius Clementianus, Bishop 
of Poictiers, b. cir. 530, 
France (Gaul); d. 609. . 91, 118 

Foster, Frederick William, b. 
1760, England; d. 1835. 
Moravian Bishop (424*) 

Francis, Rev. Benjamin, b. 



HYMN 

1734, Wales; d. 1799. Bap- 
tist 71f 

Franck, Johann, b. 1618, 
Brandenburg; d. 1677. 
Lawyer, Burgomaster of 
Guben. Lutheran, 51, 182,496 

Franck, Salomo, b. 1659, 
Germany; d. 1725. Luth- 
eran. .. / 107, 397 

Funcke, Rev. Friedrich, b. 
1642, Germany; d. 1699. 
Cantor. Revised Liineburg 
Gesangbuch, 1686. Luther- 
an 124 

Fnrness, William Henrv, 
D.D., b. 1802, Massachu- 
setts; d. 1896. Unitarian . 56 

Garve, Rev. Carl Bernhard, 
b. 1763, Germany; d. 1841. 
Moravian 171 

Gellert. Rev. Christian 
Furchtegott, b. 1715, Sax- 
onv;d. 1769. Lutheran. . . 512 

Gerhardt, Rev. Paul, b. 1607, 
Saxony; d. 1676. Greatest 
of German and Lutheran 
hymn writers. Lutheran 

6, 22, 26, 99, 147, 
155, 335, 342, 355, 356, 
399, 400, 447, 469, 517 

Germanus (of Constanti- 
nople), b. 634, Constanti- 
nople: d. 734. Greek 
Church 17 

Gesenius, Justus, D.D., b. 
1601, Hannover; d. 1673. 
Court Chaplain. Court 
Preacher, General Super- 
intendent of Hannover. 
Lutheran (75) 

Gill, Thomas Hornblower, b. 
1819, England; d. 1906. 
Unitarian, later evangel- 
ical, but without church 
connection 54 



470 



INDEXES 



HYMN 

Gotter, Ludwig Andreas, b. 
1661, Germany; d. 1735. 
Hofrath at Gotha. Luth- 
eran 347 

Grant, Sir Robert, b. 1785, 
India; d. 1838. Angli- 
can 82, 294 

Gregory I, the Great, Pope, 
b. cir. 540, Italy; d. 604. 
Bishop of Rome 590 59 

Grigg, Rev. Joseph, b. cir. 
1720, England; d. 1768. 
Presbyterian 71 

Grundtvig, Rev. Nicolai 
Frederik Severin, b. 1783, 
Denmark; d. 1872. Luth- 
eran 23 

Gurney, Mrs. Dorothy Fran- 
ces (Blomfield), b. 1858, 
England. Anglican 415 

H. 1708 537 

Hanel 551 

Hanby, Rev. Benjamin Rus- 
sell, b. 1833, America; d. 
1867 560 

Harbaugh, Henry, D.D., b. 
Pennsylvania; d. 1867. Re- 
formed 374,495 

Hart, Rev. Joseph, b. 1712, 
England; d. 1768. Con- 
gregationalist 151 

Hastings, Thomas, Mus. 
Doc, b. 1784, Connecticut; 
d. 1872. Presbyterian. . . . (412) 

Havergal, Miss Frances Rid- 
ley, b. 1836, England; d. 
1879. Anglican. .67, 152, 212, 
361, 375, 382, 472, 549, 563 

Haweis, Rev. Thomas, LL.B., 
M.D., b. 1732, England; d. 
1820. Anglican 394 

Hayn, Henrietta Luise von, 
b. 1724, Nassau; d. 1782. 
Moravian 556 

Heath, Rev. George, b. Eng- 



HYMN 

land; d. 1822. Presbyte- 
rian 272 

Heber, Reginald, D.D., Bish- 
op of Calcutta, b. 1783, 
England; d. 1826. Angli- 
can 39, 85, 158, 194, 

220, 383, 425, (468) 

Heermann, Rev. Johann, b. 
1585, Silesia; d. 1647. Great 
German hymn writer. Lu^ 
theran 47, 95, 100 

Heinrich von Laufenburg, b. 
Switzerland; d. 1458. 
Monk. Most important 
Hymn writer of the XV 
Century 175 

Held, Heinrich, b. Silesia; d. 
cir. 1659-61. Lawyer. Lu- 
theran 32, 149 

Herbert, Rev. George, M.A., 
b. 1593, England; d. 1632. 
Anglican 262, 287 

Herbert, Rev. Petrus, b. 
Moravia; d. 1571. Priest 
of the Brethren's Unity. . 459 

Hermann, Nicolaus, b. cir. 
1485, Bohemia (?); d. 1561. 
Schoolmaster, Cantor and 
Organist. Lutheran . .... 477 

Hey, Rev. Johann Wilhelm, 
b. 1789, Germany; d. 1854. 
Lutheran Pietist 539 

Homburg, Ernst Christoph, 
b. 1605, Germany; d. 1681. 
Lawyer. Lutheran 98 

Hopper, Edward, D.D., b. 
1818, New York; d. 1888. 
Presbyterian 270 

Horn, John (Roh), b. Bo- 
hemia; d. 1547. Bishop of 
the Brethren's Unity 10 

Hort, Rev. Fenton John 
Anthony, b. 1828, Ireland; 
d. 1892. Co-editor with 
Dr. Westcott, The New 
Testament in the original 



AUTHORS, TRANSLATORS, SOURCES OF HYMNS 471 



HYMN 

Greek. Member of the Re- 
vision Committee. Angli- 
can _ (±56*) 

How, William Walsham, 
D.D., Bishop of Wakefield, 
b. 18-23, England; d. 1897. 35, 
43, 64, 169, 250, 322, 
334-f, 387, 417, 440 

Hut ton, Mrs. Frances A., b. 
England 391f 

Hymns for the Young, 1832. . 565 



Ingemann, Bernhardt Sev- 

erin, b. 1789, Denmark; d. 

186-2. Poet and Professor. 

Lutheran 201 

Irons, William Josiah, D.D., 

Canon of St. Paul's, b. 

181-2. England; d. 1883. 

Anglican 515* 



Jacobi, John Christian, b. 
1670, Germany; d. 1750. 
Lutheran (446*) 

Jacobs, Henrv Evster, D.D., 
LL.D., S.T.D., b. 1844. 
Pennsylvania. Dean Phila- 
delphia Theological Semi- 
narv. Theologian and Au- 
thor. Lutheran, 190, 336, 397* 

John (of Damascus), b. Da- 
mascus; d. 780. Greatest 
hymnodist of Greek 
Church. Greek Church. 

108, 115 

Jonae, Lauren tius, d. 1597. . .542? 

Jones. Rev. John Samuel, I). 
1831, England. Anglican.. 55-2 

Joseph the Hvmnographer, b. 
Sicily; d. ' 883. Greek 
Church 252 



K" in Rippon's (Rev. 
John) Selection, 1787 344 



HYMN 

Keble. Rev. John, b. 1792, 
England; d. 1866. Angli- 
can (369). 452, 463 

Kelly, Rev. Thomas, b. 1769, 
Ireland; d. 1854. Anglican, 
later Congregationalist. ... 66, 
121, 125, 133, 200, 
231. 427, 478 

Ken, Thomas, Bishop of 
Bath & Wells, b. 1637, 
England; d. 1711. Angli- 
can 449, 471 

Kennedv, Benjamin Hall, 
D.D.,b. 1804, England; d. 
1889. Anglican . . . 173*t 334* 

Kent, John, b. 1766, Eng- 
land; d. 1843. Calvinist. . 411 

Kev. Francis Scott, b. 1779, 
Maryland; d. 1843 . . . 291, 491 

King, Rev. John, b. 1789, 
England; d. 1858. Angli- 
can 546 

Knapp, Rev. Albert, b. 1798, 
Germany; d. 1864. Editor 
of Evangelischer Lieder- 
Sehatz, 1837. Lutheran... 173 

Knollis, Rev. Francis Min- 
den, b. 1815, England; d. 
1863. Anglican 522 

Knorr, Christian, Freiherr 
von Rosenroth, b. 1636, 
Silesia; d. 1689. Luth- 
eran 454 

Krause, Rev. Jonathan. 
M.A., b. 1701. Silesia; d. 
1762. Superintendent of 
Leignitz. Lutheran 439 

Krauth, Charles Porterfield, 
D.D., LL.D., b. 1823, Vir- 
ginia; d. 1883. Theologian. 
Professor, Author, Vice- 
Provost University of 
Pennsylvania. Member of 
the Old Testament Revis- 
ion Committee. Lutheran 

23*. 65* 



472 



INDEXES 



HYMN 

Krauth, Harriet Reynolds. 
See Spaeth, Mrs. Harriet 
Reynolds (Krauth). 

Laurenti, Laurentius, b. 1660, 
Schleswig; d. 1722. Can- 
tor, Director of Music, 
. Roman Catholic Church, 
Bremen. Lutheran. ... 13, 45 

Leeson, Miss Jane Eliza, b. 
1807, England; d. 1882. 
Irvingite 112*, 568 

Leipziger Gesangbuch, 1538 . . (329) 

Lloyd, William Freeman, b. 
1791, England; d. 1853. ... 401 

Loehe, Rev. Johann Konrad 
Wilhelm, b. 1808, Bavaria; 
d. 1872. Lutheran 529 

Longfellow, Henry Wads- 
worth, D.C.L., b. 1807, 
Maine; d. 1882. Poet. 
Congregationalist, later 
Unitarian 510* 

London Foundling Hospital 
Collection, 1744, 140; 1796, 300 

Luise Henriette, Electress of 
Brandenburg, b. 1627, Hol- 
land^. 1667. Reformed. 511? 

Loy, Matthias, D.D., b. 1828, 
Pennsylvania; d. 1915. 
President Capital Univer- 
sity, Columbus, O. Luth- 
eran 271* 

Lyra Davidica, 1708 113 

Luke, Mrs. Jemima (Thomp- 
son), b. 1813, England; d. 
1906. Congregationalist.. 557 

Luther, Martin, D.D., b. 
1483, Germany; d. 1546. 
Augustinian monk, Prof, 
of Theology, Reformer. .18, 19, 
110, 146, 167, 195, 317 

Lyte, Rev. Henry Francis, b. 
1793, Scotland; d. 1847. 

Anglican 229, 289, 341, 

390, 422, 423, 476 



HYMN 

M'Comb, William, b. 1793, 
Ireland; d. 1873. Protes- 
tant 330 

Mackay, Mrs. Margaret 
(MacKay), b. 1802, Scot- 
land; d. 1887 507 

MacKeever, Miss Harriet 
Burn, b. 1807, Pennsyl- 
vania; d. 1886 566 

Maclagan, William Dalrym- 
ple, D.D., Archbishop of 
York, b. 1826, Scotland; d. 
1910. Anglican 181, 247 

Madan's (Rev. Martin) Col- 
lection, 1760 (60) 

Magdeburg, Rev. Joachim, b. 
cir. 1525, Altmark; d. cir. 
1593. Lutheran 334 

Magdeburg Geistliche Lieder, 
1540 30 

Mahlmann, Siegfried August, 
b. 1771, Saxony; d. 1826. . (489) 

Malan, Rev. Henri Abraham 
Cesar, b. 1787, Switzer- 
land'^. 1864. Reformed.. 504 

Mant, Richard, D.D., Bishop 
of Dromore, b. 1776, Eng- 
land; d. 1848. Anglican . . 83, 
161, 249 

Marriott, Rev. John, b. 1780, 
England; d. 1825. Angli- 
can 217 

Mason, Rev. John, b. Eng- 
land; d. 1694. Anglican . . 302, 
453, 470 

Massie, Richard, b. 1800, 
England; d. 1887. Angli- 
can 110*, 335*, 362*, 447* 

Matheson, George, D.D., b. 
1842, Scotland; d. 1907. 
Presbyterian 348 

Mattes, Rev. John Caspar, 
M.A., b. 1876, Pennsyl- 
vania. Lutheran. . . .91*, 145*, 
182*, 313*, 347*, 533* 

Maude, Mrs. Mary Fowler 



AUTHORS, TRANSLATORS, SOURCES OF HYMNS 473 



HYMN 

(Hooper), b. 1819, Eng- 
land. Anglican 179 

Medlev, Rev. Samuel, b. 
1738, England; d. 1799. 
Baptist 136, 309 

Meisser, Rev. Leonhard, b. 
1803, Switzerland 228 

Mercer, Rev. William, M.A., 
b. 1811, England; d. 1873. 
Anglican (468) 

Meyfart, Rev. Johann Mat- 
thaeus, b. 1590, Germany; 
d. 1642. Rector and Pro- 
fessor University of Er- 
furt. Lutheran 5*21 

Midlane, Albert, b. 1825, 
England: d. 1909. Ply- 
mouth Brethren 558 

Miller, Rev. John, b. Eng- 
land; d. 1810. Moravian (424*) 

Milman, Henry Hart, D.D., 
Dean of St. Paul's, b. 1791, 
England; d. 1868. .76, 88, 404 

Mitre Hymn Book (Rev. 
William John Hall, editor, 
1836; (369) 

Mohr, Rev. Joseph, b. 1792, 
Austria; d. 1848. Vicar at 
Wagrein. Roman Catho- 
lic 530 

Monsell, Rev. John Samuel 
Bewley, LL.D., b. 1811, 
Ireland; d. 1875. Anglican 

117, 211, 370 

Montgomery, James, b. 1771, 
Scotland ; d. 1854. Mora- 
vian. .27. 42. 93, 141. 191, 216, 
222. 244, 246, 279. 31 1. 426, 520 

Moore, Thomas, b. 1779, 
Ireland; d. 1852. Roman 
Catholic (412) 

Morris Mrs. Eliza Fannv 
(Goffe), b. 1821, England; 
d. 1874. Anglican 278 

Mote. Rev. Edward, b. 1797, 
England; d. 1874. Baptist 331 



Moultrie, Rev. Gerard, b. 
1829, England; d. 1885. 
Anglican 543 

Minister Gesangbuch, 1677. . . 129 

Muhlenberg, William Augus- 
tus, D.D., b. 1796, Penn- 
sylvania: d. 1877. Episco- 
palian 174 

Murray, Robert, D.D., b. 
1832, Canada; d. 1911. 
Presbyterian 494 

Neale, John Mason, D.D., b. 
1818, England; d. 1866. 
Hymnologist and Liturgi- 
ologist. Anglican. .1*, 11, 17*, 
(20*), 36*. 40, 48*, 70*, 72, 73*, 
86*. 89. 108*. 115*, 176, 187*, 
241*. 242*. 252*, 323, 458*, 473, 
526*, 527*, 528* 

Neander, Joachim, b. 1650, 
Germany; d. 1680. Ger- 
man Reformed. .273, 286, 290 

Nelson. Rev. Augustus, b. 
1863, Sweden. Lutheran. 357* 

Nelson, Horatio, 3d Earl 
Nelson, b. 1823, England; 
d. 1913. Anglican (251) 

Neumark. Georg, b. 1621, 
Thuringia; d. 1681. Poet 
and hymn writer. Luth- 
eran./. 398 

Neumeister, Rev. Erdmann, 
b. 1671, Germany; d. 1756. 
Court preacher, Consis- 
torialrath and Superinten- 
dent. Lutheran 325 

Newman. John Henry, D.D., 
Cardinal, b. 1801, England; 
d. 1890. Anglican, later 
Roman Catholic, 1845. . . 451* 

Newton, Rev. John, b. 1725, 
England; d. 1807. Angli- 
can 197, 277, 321, 343, 

389, 428, 430, 434, 436 

Xicholls 381 



474 



INDEXES 



HYMN 

Nicholson, Mary Ann, Eng- 
land. Anglican 548 

Nicolai, Philipp, D.D., b. 
1556, Germany; d. 1608. 
Lutheran 5, 349 

Niedling, Johann, b. 1602, 
Germany; d. 1668. Luth- 
eran 145(?) 

Nitschmann, Johann, b. 1712, 
Germany; d. 1783. Bishop 
of Brethren's Unity, 1758, (358) 

North, Frank Mason, D.D., 
b. 1850, New York. Meth- 
odist 235 

Ohl, Rev. Jeremiah Franklin, 
Mus. Doc, b. 1850, Penn- 
sylvania. Lutheran 454* 

Olearius, Johannes, M.A., 
D.D., b. 1611, Germany; 
d. 1684. Kirchenrath, Gen- 
eral Superintendent Halle 
and Weissenfels. Lutheran 8 

Olivers, Rev. Thomas, b. 

1725, England; d. 1799. 
Methodist 284 

Onderdonk, Henry Ustic, 
D.D., Bishop of Philadel- 
phia, b. 1789, New York; 
d. 1858. Episcopalian .... 319 

Osier, Edward, M.D., b. 
1798, England; d. 1863. 
Anglican 189, 210, 269 

Palmer, Ray, D.D., b. 1808, 
Rhode Island; d. 1887. 
Congregationalist . . . .59*, 143*, 
186*, 354*, 360 

Parker, William Henry, b. 
1845, England. Baptist. . . 550 

Perronet, Rev. Edward, b. 

1726, England; d. 1792. 
Anglican, later Methodist, 
later Congregationalist, 131,132 

Phillimore, Rev. Greville, 
M.A., b. 1821, England; d. 



HYMN 

1884. An editor of The 
Parish Hymn Book, 1863, 
1875. Anglican 448 

Pierpoint, Folliott Sandford, 
M.A., b. 1835, England. 
Anglican 292 

Plumptre, Edward Hayes, 
D.D., Dean of Wells, b. 
1821, England; d. 1891. 
Member of Old Testament 
Revision Committee .. 236, 373 

Pollock, Rev. Thomas Ben- 
son, b. 1836, England; d. 

1896. Anglican 84, 96*, 

207, 569 

Pott, Rev. Francis, b. 1832, 
England; d. 1909. Angli- 
can. 109*, 240 

Prudentius, Aurelius Clem- 
ens, b. 348, Spain; d. 413. 
Great Latin hymnist and 
writer of sacred poetry. 
Latin Church 20 

Prynne, Rev. George Rundle, 
b. 1818, England; d. 1903. 
Anglican 567 

Pusey, Philip, D.C.L., b. 
1799, England; d. 1855. 
Anglican 208 

Pye, Rev. Henry John, M.A., 
b. 1825, England; d. 1903. 
Anglican, later Roman 
Catholic, 1868 50 

Raffles, Thomas,D.D., LL.D., 
b. 1788, England; d. 1863. 
Congregationalist. . . 217f, 396 

Rambach, Johann Jakob, 
D.D., b. 1693, Germany; 
d.1735. Lutheran 177 

Ramsey, Alfred, A.M., D.D., 
b. 1860, Pennsylvania. Lu- 
theran 523* 

Reed, Rev. Andrew, b. 1787, 
England; d. 1862. Con- 
gregationalist 156 



AUTHORS, TRANSLATORS, SOURCES OF HYMNS 475 



HYMN 

Reed, Luther Dotterer, D.D., 
b. 1873, Pennsylvania. 
Professor Theological Sem- 
inary, Philadelphia, Penna. 
Lutheran . . . (196*) 

Rinkart, Rev. Martin, b. 
1586, Saxony; d. 1649. 
Lutheran 283 

Rippon, John, D.D., b. 1751, 
England; d. 1836. Baptist (131) 

Rist, Rev. Johann, b. 1607, 
Germany; d. 1667. Luth- 
eran. . . , 193 

Roberts, Daniel Crane, D.D., 
b. 1841, New York; d. 
1907. Episcopalian 493 

Robinson, George. Congre- 
gationalist 206 

Robinson, Joseph Armitage, 
D.D., Dean of Westmin- 
ster, b. 1858, England. 
Anglican 49 

Robinson, Rev. Richard 
Haves, b. 1842, England; 
d. 1892. Anglican 475 

Robinson, Rev. Robert, b. 
1735, England; d. 1790. 
Anglican, later Methodist, 
later Baptist 298 

Rodigast, Samuel, M.A., b. 
1649, Germany; d. 1708. 
Rector Greyfriars' Gym- 
nasium, Berlin. Lutheran 402 

Romanis, Rev. "William, b. 
1824, England; d. 1899. 
Anglican 457 

Rothe, Rev. Johann Andreas, 
M.A., b. 1688, Silesia; d. 
1758. /Lutheran 326, 327 

Rudohtadt Gesangbuch, 1688 (271) 

Russell, Rev. Arthur Tozer, 
M.A., b. 1806, England; 

d. 1874. Anglican 6*, 

(19*), (446*) 

Santetiil, Rev. Claude de 



HYMN 

(Santolius Maglorianus), 
b. 1628, France; d. 1684. 
Roman Catholic 94 

Savonarola, Rev. Girolamo, 
b. 1454, Italy; d. 1498. 
Dominican 92 

Schaeffer, Charles William, 
D.D., LL.D., b. 1813, 
Maryland; d. 1896. Profes- 
sor Theological Seminary, 
Philadelphia, Penna. Lu- 
theran 149*, 177*, 416* 

Schemer, Rev. Johann, M.D., 
(Angelus Silesius), b. 1624, 
Silesia; d. 1677. Lutheran, 
layman, later Franciscan . . 301, 

364 

Schenk, Rev. Heinrich Theo- 
bald, b. 1656, Hesse; d. 
1727. Lutheran.. 245 

Schirmer, Rev. Michael, 
M.A., b. 1606, Germany; 
d. 1673. Conrector Grey- 
friar's Gymnasium, Berlin. 
Lutheran 153 

Schmolck, Rev. Benjamin, 
b. 1672, Silesia; d. 1737. 

Lutheran 119, 395, 

420, 488, 516 

Schiitz, Johann Jakob, b. 
1640, Germany; d. 1690. 
Lawyer, Lutheran, later a 
Separatist 285 

Sears, Edmund Hamilton, 
D.D., b. 1810, Massachu- 
setts; d. 1876. Unitarian . 29 

Seaton's Church Hymn Book, 
1855 265 

Seebach, Mrs. Margaret R. 
(Himes), b. 1875, Pennsyl- 
vania, Wife of Lutheran 
clergyman. Lutheran. . (578) 

Seiss, Joseph Augustus, D.D., 
LL.D., L.H.D., b. 1823, 
Maryland; d. 1904. Luth- 
eran 129*, 228*. 238 



476 



INDEXES 



HYMN 

Selnecker, Nikolaus, D.D., b. 
1532, Germany; d. 1592. 
Superintendent Leipzig. 
Lutheran (271) 

Shepherd, Mrs. Anne (Houl- 
ditch), b. 1809, England; 
d. 1857. Anglican : 553 

Shirley, Rev. the Hon.Walter, 
b. 1725, England; d. 1786. 
Anglican (61) 

Smith, Samuel Francis, D.D., 
1808, Massachusetts; d. 
1895. Baptist 230, 490 

Spaeth, Mrs. Harriett Rey- 
nolds (Krauth), b. 1845, 

Maryland. Lutheran 529*, 

(533*), 539* 

Spitta, Rev. Karl Johann 
Philipp, b. 1801, Hanno- 
ver; d. 1859. Lutheran 258, 

268, 362, 410, 416 

Steele, Miss Anne, b. 1716, 
England; d. 1778. Baptist 

172, 406 

Stegmann, Josua, D.D., b. 
1588, Germany; d. 1632. 
Lutheran 433 

Stephenson, Isabella S., b. 
England. Anglican 500 

Stevenson, William Fleming, 
D.D., b. 1832, Ireland; d. 
1886. Presbyterian 556^ 

Stocker, John, England. 
1776-77 contributed hymns 
to the Gospel Magazine ... 154 

Stone, Rev. Samuel John, 
b. 1839, England; d. 1900. 
Anglican 198, 324 

Stowell, Rev. Hugh, M.A., 
b. 1799, England; d. 1865. 
Canon Chester Cathedral. 
Anglican 221 

Summers, Thomas Osmond, 
D.D.,LL.D.,b. 1812, Eng- 
land; d. 1882. Methodist 

(572), 576 



HYMN 



Synesius of Cyrene, Bishop 
of Ptolemais, b. Africa, cir. 
395; d. 430. Greek Church 320 

Tabernacle Collection, 1850. . 225 

Tate, Nahum, b. 1652, Ire- 
land;d.l715. Anglican, 28, (257) 

Taylor, John, b. 1750, Eng- 
land; d. 1826. Unitarian.. 314 

Tersteegen, Gerhard, b. 1697, 
Germany; d. 1769. Luther- 
an, later Mystic. .312, 346, 424 

Theoctistus of the Studium, 
b. cir. 890, Constantinople? 
Greek Church 70 

Theodulph of Orleans, Bishop 
of Orleans, Italy; d. 821. . 86 

Thomas Aquinas, b. cir. 1225, 
Italy; d. 1274. Confessor 
and the Angelical Doctor. 
Dominican 185 

Thomas of Celano, b. Italy; 
d. 1255. Franciscan 515 

Thomas of Kempen (Thomas 
a Kempis), b. 1379-80, 
Germany; d. 1471. Monk 63 

Thomson, Mrs. Mary Ann, 
b. 1834, England; Epis- 
copalian 224 

Threlfall, Miss Jeannette, b. 
1821, England; d. 1880. 
Anglican '. 545 

Thring, Rev. Godfrey, b. 
1823, England; d. 1903. 
Anglican, (134), 234, 237, (414), 
460, (467), 501, 562, 564, (572) 

Thrupp, Adelaide, England, (414) 

Thrupp, Rev. Joseph Francis, 
b. 1827, England; d. 1867. 
Anglican 79 

Toke, Mrs. Emma (Leslie), 
b. 1812, Ireland; d. 1872. 
Anglican 123 

Toplady, Rev. Augustus 
Montague, b. 1740, Eng- 
land; d. 1778. Anglican, (60), 333 



AUTHORS, TRANSLATORS, SOURCES OF HYMNS 477 



HYMN 

Twells, Rev. Henry, Canon 
of Peterborough, 1 b. 1823. 
England; d. 1900. Anglican 233 

Wallin, Johan Olaf, Ph.D., 
D.D., Archbishop of Up- 
sala, b. 1779, Sweden; d. 
1839. Eminent hymnolo- 

gist. Lutheran 542* 

Walmsley, Robert, b. 1831, 
England; d. 1905. Congre- 

gationalist 464 

WaJther, Johann. b. 1496, 
Thuringia; d. 1570. Choir- 
master and Cantor Torgau. 

Lutheran 523 

Watts. Isaac, D.D., b. 1674, 
England; d. 1748. Inde- 
pendent 34, 44, 52, 97, 101, 

130, 180, 219, 239, 243, 
255. 275, (293), 299, 305, 
306, 308, 318, 339, 378, 
443, 444, 492, 505, 518 
Webb, Rev. Benjamin, b. 
1820, England; d. 1885. 
An Editor of the Hymnal 
Noted, 1851-54, also of the 
Eymnary, 1872. Anglican 63* 
Weisse, Rev. Michael, b. cir. 
1480, Silesia; d. 1534. 
Monk, later Bohemian 

Brethrens' Unity 114 

Weissel, Rev. Georg, b. 1590, 

Prussia; d. 1635. Lutheran 7 
Welden. Miss Mary. b. 1842, 
Pennsvlvania. Lutheran 

537*, 551* 
Werner. Rev. Georg, b. 1589, 

Prussia: d. 1643. Lutheran 106 

Weslev. Rev. Charles. M.A., 

b. 1707. England: d. 1788. 

Anglican, later Methodist . 12, 

25, 81, (105), 111, 126, 

135, 162.205. 215, 26 1, 

276. 328,340,371,376, 

384, 405. 150, 455. 561 



HYMN 

Wesley, Rev. John, M.A., b. 

1703, England; d. 1791. 

Anglican, later Methodist . 267*, 

(293), 301*, 326*, 327*, 329*, 

346*, 355*, 356*, 358*, 

399*, 400*, 492|, 513f 

Whately, Richard, Arch- 
bishop, b. 1787, England; 
d. 1863. Anglican (468) 

White, Henrv Kirke, b. 1785, 
England; d. 1806 175*| 

Whitfield, Rev. Frederick, 
B.A., b. 1829, England; d. 
1904. Anglican 367 

Whiting, William, b. 1825, 
England; d. 1878. Angli- 
can 503 

Wilde, Jane Francesca 
(Elgee). Lady, b. 1826, 
England; d. 1896. Angli- 
can 92* 

Wilhelm II, Duke of Saxe- 
Weimar, b. 1598, Germany; 
d. 1662. Lutheran 419 

Williams, Rev. Isaac, b. 1802, 
Wales: d. 1865. Anglican, (515*) 

Williams, Rev. Peter, b. 
1722, Wales; d. 1796. An- 
glican, later Calvanistic 
Methodist (261*) 

Williams, Rev. William, b. 
1717, Wales; d. 1791. An- 
glican, later Methodist. . . 261, 

(261*) 

Winkworth, Miss Catherine, 
b. 1829, England; d. 1878. 
Anglican. .5*, 7*, 8*, 10*, (19*), 
22*, 26*, 30*, 32*, 45*, 47*. 
51*, 75*, 95*, 98*, 106*, 107*, 
114*, 119*, 124*. 146*, 153*, 
155*, 160*, 166*, 167*, 171*, 
173*, 175*, 193*, 209*, 213*, 
273*, 283*, 286*, 317*, 342*, 
350*, 364*, 398*, 402*, 419*, 
420*, 421*, (446*), 459*, (469*), 
496*, 498*, 506*, 511*, 521* 



478 



INDEXES 



HYMN 

Wolcott, Samuel, D.D., b. 

1813, Connecticut; d. 1886. 

Congregationalist 218 

Woodd, Rev. Basil, b. 1760, 

England; d. 1831. Anglican 41 
Wordsworth, Christopher, 

D.D., Bishop of Lincoln, b. 

1807, England; d. 1885. 

Anglican 37, 116, 120, 159, 

248, 385, 441, 461, 559 



Xavier, Francis, b. 1506, 
Spain; d. 1552. Jesuit. . . . 58? 



Zinzendorf, Nicolaus Lud- 
wig, Graf von, b. 1700, 
Saxony; d. 1760. Bishop 
of Moravian Brethren, 

1737 .....: 209,260, 

267, (329), (358) 



FIRST LINES OF HYMNS 479 



FIRST LINES OF HYMNS 



HYMN 



A charge to keep I have 376 

A few more years shall roll 480 

A glory gilds the sacred page 170 

A great and mighty, wonder 17 

A hymn of glory let us sing 122 

A mighty Fortress is our God , . 195 

A pilgrim and a stranger 517 

A star is moving through the sky 542 

Abide with me; fast falls the eventide 476 

Abide with us, our Saviour 433 

According to Thy gracious Word 191 

Ah, holy Jesus, how hast Thou offended 100 

Alas! and did mv Saviour bleed 101 

Alleluia! Alleluia!. "..,.... 116 

Alleluia ! Fairest morning ! 439 

Allelulia! sing to Jesus 127 

Alleluia! Song of gladness 57 

All glory be to God on high 160 

All glory, laud, and honor 86 

All hail the power of Jesus' Name!. . . 131 

All my heart this night rejoices 22 

All praise to God Who reigns above 285 

All praise to Thee, Eternal Lord 18 

All praise to Thee, my God, this night 471 

All that I was, my sin, my guilt 304 

All things bright and beautiful 554 

Almighty God ! Thy Word is cast 432 

Am I a soldier of the Cross 378 

And wilt Thou pardon, Lord 323 

Angel voices ever singing 240 

Angels from the realms of glory 27 

Angels holy 280 

Approach, my soul, the mercy-seat 321 

Arise, my soul, arise 138 

Arise, the kingdom is at hand 15 

Around the throne of God in heaven 553 



480 INDEXES 



HYMN 



Art thou weary, art thou languid . 72 

As each happy Christmas 539 

As pants the hart for cooling streams 257 

As with gladness men of old 38 

Asleep in Jesus ! blessed sleep 507 

At even ere the sun was set '. 233 

Awake, my soul, and with the sun 449 

Awake, my soul, stretch every nerve 380 

Awake, Thou Spirit, Who didst fire 213 

Away in a manger, no crib for His bed 536 

Awhile in spirit, Lord, to Thee 79 

Be not dismayed, thou little flock 196 

Be still, my soul, for God is near 181 

Beautiful Saviour ! King of Creation! 129 

Before Jehovah's awful throne 492 

Before the Lord we bow 491 

Behold a Branch is growing 533 

Behold the Lamb of God 102 

Behold us, Lord, a little space 429 

Behold, where in a mortal form 53 

Blessed Jesus, at Thy word 421 

Blessed Saviour, Who hast taught me 176 

Blessing and honor, and glory and power 295 

Blest are the pure in heart 369 

Blest Spirit, one with God above ... 148 

Bread of heaven, on Thee we feed 192 

Bread of the world in mercy broken 194 

Brief life is here our portion 527 

Brightest and best of the sons of the morning. ... 39 

Chief of sinners though I be 330 

Children of the heavenly King 263 

Christ for the wx>rld we sing 218 

Christ is risen! Alleluia! 117 

Christ Jesus lay in death's strong bands 110 



FIRST LINES OF HYMNS 481 



Christ the Life of all the living 98 

Christ, the Lord, is risen again 114 

Christ, the Lord, is ris'n to-day; Christians 112 

Christ, the Lord, is risen to-day, Sons of men. ... Ill 

Christ, Thou art the sure Foundation 241 

Christ, Whose glory fills the skies 450 

Christian, dost thou see them 73 

Christians, awake, salute the happy morn 24 

Come and hear the grand old story 531 

Come, gracious Spirit, heavenly Dove 150 

Come hither, ye faithful, triumphantly sing ...... 21 

Come, Holy Ghost, in love 143 

Come, Holy Ghost, our souls inspire 142 

Come, Holy Spirit, come 151 

Come, Holy Spirit, God and Lord! 146 

Come, let us join our cheerful songs 130 

Come, let us join our friends above 205 

Come, my soul, thou must be waking 445 

Come, my soul, thy suit prepare 277 

Come, O come, Thou quickening Spirit 149 

Come, Thou Almighty King 164 

Come, Thou Fount of every blessing 298 

Come, Thou long-expected Jesus 12 

Come Thou now, and be among us 242 

Come, ye disconsolate, where'er ye languish 412 

Come, ye faithful, raise the strain 108 

Come, ye thankful people, come 484 

Come, ve that love the Lord 308 

Comfort, comfort ye, my people 8 

Commit thou all thy griefs 399 

Crown Him with many crowns 134 

Day of wrath! that day of mourning! 515 

Dayspring of Eternity 454 

Deck thyself with joy and gladness 182 

Draw nigh and take the Body of your Lord • 187 

Draw us to Thee, Lord Jesus 124 



482 INDEXES 



HYMN 

Easter flowers are blooming bright 548 

Emmanuel ! we sing Thy praise 26 

Eternal Father! strong to save ". . 503 

Evening and morning 447 

Every morning mercies new 448 



Far down the ages now . . 204 

Father of heaven, Who hast created all 173 

Father of heaven, Whose love profound 165 

Father of mercies, in Thy Word 172 

Father, Son and Holy Spirit ... 177 

Father, whate'er of earthly bliss 406 

Feeble, helpless, how shall I 56 

Fierce was the wild billow 48 

For all the saints who from their labors rest 250 

For all Thy saints, O Lord 249 

For the beauty of the earth 292 

For Thy mercy and Thy grace 481 

Forever with the Lord! 520 

Forsake me not, my God . 397 

Forth in Thy Name, O Lord, I go 455 

Friend of the weary, O refresh us 347 

From all that dwell below the skies 293 

From all Thy saints in warfare 251 

From Greenland's icy mountains 220 

From ocean unto ocean 494 

From the eastern mountains 562 

Gentle Jesus, meek and mild 561 

Give to our God immortal praise! 307 

Give to the winds thy fears 400 

Glorious things of thee are spoken 197 

Glory be to God the Father! 163 

Glory be to Jesus 90 

Go to dark Gethsemane 93 

God bless our native land ! : 489 



FIRST LINES OF HYMNS 483 

HYMN 

God calling yet ! — shall I not hear? 312 

God Himself is present 424 

God is Love : His mercy brightens 297 

God moves in a mysterious way 409 

God of eternal Love 265 

God of heaven, hear our singing 563 

God of Mercy! God of Grace! Hear 314 

God of Mercy, God of Grace, Show 423 

God of my life, Whose gracious power 405 

God of our fathers, Whose almighty hand 493 

God of pity, God of grace 278 

God of the living, in Whose eyes 508 

God spake, my child, God spake to thee 551 

God, that madest earth and heaven 468 

God the All-merciful! earth hath forsaken 497 

God, Who madest earth and heaven 446 

Golden harps are sounding 549 

Good news from heaven the angels bring 19 

Gracious Spirit, Dove divine! 154 

Great God ! we sing that mighty Hand 482 

Great God, what do I see and hear! 514 

Great is the Lord our God 243 

Guide me, O Thou great Jehovah 261 

Hail, Holy, Holy, Holy Lord! Let powers 132 

Hail! Holy, Holy, Holy Lord, Whom . 162 

Hail, Thou once despised Jesus! 60 

Hail, Thou Source of every blessing 41 

Hail to the Lord's Anointed 42 

Hark! a thrilling voice is sounding 3 

Hark! ten thousand harps and voices 133 

Hark the glad sound! the Saviour comes 9 

Hark! the herald Angels sing 25 

Hark! the sound of holy voices . . 248 

Hark! what mean those holy voices 33 

Hasten, Lord, the glorious time 227 

Heaven and earth, and sea and air 290 



484 INDEXES 



HYMN 

Heavenly Father, send Thy blessing 559 

Heavenward still our pathway tends 516 

Here behold me, as I cast me 273 

Here, in Thy Name, eternal God 244 

Here, my Lord, I see Thee face to face 183 

Holy Father, cheer our way 475 

Holy Father, in Thy mercy 500 

Holy Ghost, with light divine 156 

Holy, Holy, Holy Lord. 159 

Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty! 158 

Holy Spirit, hear us 550 

Holy Spirit, Lord of Light 144 

Holy Spirit, Source of gladness! 147 

Hosanna ! loud hosanna ! 545 

Hosanna to the living Lord! 425 

How blessed, from the bonds of sin 258 

How firm a foundation, ye saints of the Lord 344 

How shall I follow Him I serve? 55 

How sweet the Name of Jesus sounds 343 

I am Jesus' little lamb 556 

I heard the voice of Jesus say 365 

I know that my Redeemer lives 136 

I lav my sins on Jesus 338 

I love Thy Zion, Lord 199 

I'm not ashamed to own my Lord 180 

I need Thee, precious Jesus 367 

I think, when I read that sweet story of old 557 

I was made a Christian 552 

If God Himself be for me 335 

If thou but suffer God to guide thee 398 

In His Temple now behold Him 50 

In the Cross of Christ I glory 62 

In the hour of trial 391 

In Thy Name, O Lord, assembling 427 

It came upon the midnight clear 29 

It. is not death to die 504 



FIRST LINES OF HYMXS 485 



Jerusalem, my happy home 524 

Jerusalem the golden 528 

Jerusalem, thou city fair and high 521 

Jesus, and shall it ever be 71 

Jesus Christ is risen to-day, Alleluia 113 

Jesus Christ, my sure Defence 511 

Jesus ! exalted far on high } 87 

Jesus, from Thy throne on high 569 

Jesus, high in glory 566 

Jesus, I know, hath died for me 327 

Jesus, I live to Thee ? 374 

Jesus, I my cross have taken 390 

Jesus, in Thy dying woes 84 

Jesus lives! no longer now 512 

Jesus, Lord, and precious Saviour 357 

Jesus, Lord of life and glory 80 

Jesus, Lover of my soul 371 

Jesus loves me, Jesus loves me ! 555 

Jesus, Master, Son of God 238 

Jesus, Master, Whose I am 375 

Jesus, meek and gentle 567 

Jesus, meek and lowly 74 

Jesus, my Lord, my God, my All 351 

Jesus, my Truth, my Way 340 

Jesus, Name all names above 70 

Jesus ! Name of wondrous love ! 35 

Jesus, Refuge of the weary 92 

Jesus, Saviour, pilot me 270 

Jesus, Saviour, Son of God 78 

Jesus shall reign where'er the sun 219 

Jesus sinners doth receive 325 

Jesus, still lead on 260 

Jesus, tender Shepherd, hear me 577 

Jesus ! the very thought of Thee 353 

Jesus, Thou art my Righteousness 328 

Jesus, Thou Joy of loving hearts 354 

Jesus, Thou wounded Lamb of God 358 



486 INDEXES 



HYMN 



Jesus, Thy Blood and Righteousness 329 

Jesus, Thy boundless love to me 355 

Jesus, Thy Church with longing eyes 16 

Jesus, Thy love unbounded 363 

Jesus, Thy Name I love 372 

Jesus, truest Friend, unite 209 

Jesus, with Thy Church abide 207 

Join all the glorious names 44 

Joy fills our inmost hearts to-day 534 

Joy to the world ! the Lord is come 34 

Just as I am, without one plea 337 

Lead us, heavenly Father, lead us 274 

Let all the world in every corner sing 287 

Let me be Thine for ever 271 

Let songs of praises fill the sky 139 

Let the earth now praise the Lord 32 

Let Thy Blood in mercy poured 188 

Lift up your heads, ye gates of brass 216 

Lift up your heads, ye mighty gates 7 

Light of the anxious heart 46 

Light of the Gentile nations 51 

Lo! He comes with clouds descending 513 

Look from Thy sphere of endless day 232 

Look, ye saints! the sight is glorious 121 

Lord, dismiss us with Thy blessing 431 

Lord, for the mercies of the night 453 

Lord God, the Holy Ghost! . ... ■ 141 

Lord God, we worship Thee ! 496 

Lord,, her watch Thy Church is keeping .......... 226 

Lord, it belongs not to my care 403 

Lord Jesus Christ, be present now 419 

Lord Jesus Christ, our Lord most dear 175 

Lord Jesus Christ, true Man and God 506 

Lord Jesus Christ, we humbly pray 190 

Lord Jesus, think on me 320 

Lord Jesus, when we stand afar 64 



FIRST LIXES OF HYMNS 487 

HYMN 

Lord Jesus, Who, our souls to save 106 

Lord, keep us steadfast in Thy Word 167 

Lord of all power and might 221 

Lord of Life and King of Glory 418 

Lord of mercy and of might . . . . . 85 

Lord of our life, and God of our salvation 208 

Lord of the Church, we humbly pray 210 

Lord of the harvest, hear 215 

Lord of the living harvest 211 

Lord of the worlds above 239 

Lord, speak to me, that I may speak 212 

Lord, teach us how to pray aright 279 

Lord, Thy Death and Passion give 95 

Lord, Thy W T ord abideth 168 

Lord, to whom except to Thee 370 

Lord, Who at Cana's wedding feast 414 

Lord, with glowing heart I'd praise Thee 291 

Love divine, all love excelling 276 

May the grace of Christ our Saviour 436 

May we Thy precepts, Lord, fulfil 269 

My country, 'tis of thee 490 

My dear Redeemer, and my Lord 52 

My faith looks up to Thee 360 

My Father, for another night 571 

My Father, hear my prayer 573 

My God, accept my heart this day 178 

My God and Father, while I stray 408 

My God ! how wonderful Thou art 303 

My hope is built on nothing less 331 

My Hope, my All, my Saviour Thou! 366 

My Jesus, as Thou wilt 395 

My Lord, my Master, at Thy feet adoring 96 

My soul, be on thy guard 272 

My soul, repeat His praise 306 

My spirit on Thy care 341 

My times are in Thy hand 401 



488 INDEXES 



, HYMN 

Nearer, my God, to Thee (Adams) 407 

Nearer, my God, to Thee ! (Jacobs) 336 

New every morning is the love 452 

Not all the blood of beasts 339 

Not what these hands have done 332 

Not worthy, Lord, to gather up the crumbs 184 

Now from the altar of our hearts 470 

Now God be with us, for the night is closing, a. . . 459 

Now I have found the ground wherein 326 

Now may He Who from the dead 434 

Now, my soul, thy voice upraising 94 

Now rest beneath night's shadow 469 

Now thank we all our God 283 

Now that the sun is beaming bright 451 

Now the day is over 574 

Now the laborer's task is o'er 509 

Now the light has gone away 472 

O bless the Lord, my soul! 299 

O blessed house, that cheerfully receiveth 416 

O blessed Sun whose splendor 362 

O Bread to pilgrims given 186 

O Christ, our Hope, our heart's Desire 128 

O Christ, our King, Creator, Lord 59 

O Christ, our true and only Light 47 

O Christ, Thou bright and morning Star. . 350 

O Christians! leagued together 578 

O come and mourn with me awhile 105 

O come, O come, Emmanuel 1 

O could I speak the matchless worth . 309 

O day of rest and gladness 441 

O draw me, Saviour, after Thee ! 356 

O enter, Lord, Thy temple 155 

O for a faith that will not shrink 266 

O for a heart to praise my God 264 

O for a thousand tongues to sing 135 

O God, I love Thee; not that my poor love 58 



FIRST LINES OF HYMNS 489 

HYMN 

God of Jacob, by Whose hand 254 

God of Love, King of Peace. . 499 

God of mercy, God of might 237 

God, the Rock of Ages 479 

O God, unseen, yet ever near 189 

O help us, Lord ! each hour of need 404 

O holy Lord, content to fill . 417 

O Holy Spirit, enter in 153 

O how blest are ye whose toils are ended 510 

O how shall I receive Thee 6 

O Jesus, crucified for man 69 

O Jesus, King most wonderful . . 352 

O Jesus, Lord of heavenly grace 359 

O Jesus, Thou art standing 322 

O Light, O Trinity most blest! 462 

O Light, Whose beams illumine all 373 

O little town of Bethlehem 31 

O living Bread from heaven 193 

O Lord, be with us when we sail 502 

O Lord of heaven and earth and sea 385 

O Lord our God, arise 225 

O Love, how deep, how broad, how high 63 

O Love that wilt not let me go 348 

O Love, Who formedst me to wear 364 

O mean may seem this house of clay 54 

O Morning Star, so pure, so bright 349 

O mother dear, Jerusalem! 525 

O One with God the Father 43 

O perfect life of love! 103 

O perfect Love, all human thought transcending. . 415 

O sacred Head, now wounded 99 

O Saviour, bless us ere we go 435 

O Saviour of our race 45 

O Saviour, precious Saviour 361 

O Son of God, in co-eternal might 529 

O Spirit of Life, O Spirit of God 145 

O Spirit of the living God 222 



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HYMN 



O Strength and Stay upholding all creation 456 

O that the Lord would guide my ways 275 

O that the Lord's salvation 229 

O Thou best Gift of Heaven! 381 

O Thou, from Whom all goodness flows 394 

O Thou that hear'st when sinners cry. . . . 318 

O Thou, the contrite sinners' Friend 392 

O Thou, to Whose all-searching sight £67 

O Thou, Who by a star didst guide 40 

O Thou, Who through this Holy Week 89 

O Thou Whose feet have climbed life's hill 214 

O very God of very God 11 

O what, if we are Christ's 388 

O where are kings and empires now 203 

O Word of God Incarnate 169 

O worship the King, all-glorious above 294 

O ye heavens, bend and see 537 

O Zion, haste, thy mission high fulfilling 224 

Of the Father's love begotten 20 

On Jordan's banks the herald's cry 2 

On what has now been sown 430 

Once He came in blessing 10 

Once in royal David's city 535 

One sole baptismal sign 206 

One there is above all others 389 

Onward, Christian soldiers 379 

Open now thy gates of beauty 420 

Our blest Redeemer, ere He breathed 157 

Our God, our help in ages past 505 

Out of the deep I call 315 

Out of the depths I cry to Thee . 317 

Peace, perfect peace, in this dark world of sin?. . . 413 

Pleasant are Thy courts above 422 

Praise, my soul, the King of heaven 289 

Praise, O praise our God and King 487 

Praise the Lord of heaven 288 



FIRST LINES OF HYMNS 491 

HYMN 

Praise the Lord! Ye heavens, adore Him 300 

Praise to God, immortal praise . 485 

Praise to the Lord, the Almighty, the King of 

creation 286 

Rejoice, all ye believers 13 

Rejoice, rejoice, ye Christians 30 

Rejoice, the Lord is King! 126 

Rest of the weary! Thou 107 

Ride on! ride on in majesty! 88 

Rise, ye children of salvation 202 

Rock of Ages, cleft for me 333 

Round me falls the night 457 

Round the Lord in glory seated 161 

Safely through another week 428 

Saviour, again to Thy dear Name we raise 437 

Saviour, blessed Saviour 564 

Saviour, breathe an evening blessing 467 

Saviour, like a shepherd lead us 565 

Saviour, now the day is ending 438 

Saviour, sprinkle many nations 223 

Saviour, teach me, day by day 568 

Saviour, when in dust to Thee 82 

Saviour, Who Thy flock art feeding 174 

See, amid the winter's snow 532 

See the Conqueror mounts in triumph! 120 

Shepherd of tender youth 282 

Shine Thou upon us, Lord 386 

Silent night! Holy night! 530 

Since Jesus is my Friend 342 

Sleep, baby, sleep! 570 

Smite us not in anger, Lord 313 

Softly now the light of day 465 

Soldiers of Christ, arise 384 

Son of Man, to Thee I cry 83 

Songs of praise the angels sang 311 



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Songs of thankfulness and praise 37 

Source of light and life divine 466 

Speed Thy servants, Saviour, speed them 231 

Spread, spread, thou 'mighty Word 166 

Spirit of mercy, truth, and love 140 

Stars of the morning, so gloriously bright 252 

Suffering Son of Man, be near me 81 

Sun of my soul, Thou Saviour dear 463 

Sunk is the sun's last beam of light 477 

Sweet is the work, my God, my King 444 

Sweet the moments, rich in blessing 61 

Take my life, and let it be 382 

Teach me, my God and King 262 

Ten thousand times ten thousand 519 

The Advent of our God 4 

The Church's one foundation 198 

The day is gently sinking to a close 461 

The day is past and over 458 

The day, O Lord, is spent 473 

The day of Resurrection! 115 

The daylight fades 576 

The God of Abraham praise 284 

The happy Christmas comes once more 23 

The Head that once was crowned with thorns .... 125 

The hours of day are over 575 

The King of love my Shepherd is 345 

The King shall come when morning dawns 14 

The Lord my Shepherd is 255 

The morning bright 572 

The morning light is breaking 230 

The new-born King Who comes to-day 538 

The ocean hath no danger 501 

The radiant morn hath passed away 460 

The royal standard forward goes 91 

The saints of God! their conflict past 247 

The Son of God goes forth to war 383 



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HYMN 

The Spirit in our hearts 319 

The strife is o'er, the battle done! 109 

The sun declines; o'er land and sea 464 

The sun is sinking fast 474 

The world is very evil 526 

Thee we adore, Eternal Lord! 281 

Thee will I love, my Strength, my Tower 301 

There came a little Child to earth 540 

There came three kings, ere break of day 543 

There is a fountain filled with blood 77 

There is a green hill far away 544 

There is a land of pure delight 518 

There is no night in heaven 522 

There's a Friend for little children 558 

There's a wideness in God's mercy 256 

They come, God's messengers of love 253 

Thine arm, O Lord, in days of old 236 

Thine for ever! God of Love 179 

This day the light of heavenly birth 440 

This is the day of light 442 

This is the day the Lord hath made 443 

Thou art gone up on high 123 

Thou art my hiding-place, O Lord ! 396 

Thou art the Way; to Thee alone 368 

Thou, by heav'nly hosts adored 495 

Thou didst leave Thy throne and Thy kingly crown 541 

Thou hidden Love of God, Whose height 346 

Thou to Whom the sick and dying 234 

Thou, Whose almighty Word 217 

Throned upon the awful tree 104 

Through good report and evil, Lord 259 

Through the day Thy love hath spared us 478 

Through the night of doubt and sorrow 201 

Thy life was given for me 67 

Thy way, not mine, O Lord 393 

Thy Word, O God, declareth 523 

Thy Word, O Lord, like gentle dews 171 



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HYMN 



Thy works, not mine, Christ 68 

"Tis good, Lord, to be here! 49 

To God the only wise 305 

To the Name of our salvation 36 

To Thee, O Comforter divine 152 

To Thee, O Lord, our hearts we raise 483 

To Thy temple I repair 426 

Wake, awake, for night is flying 5 

We are the Lord's: His all-sufficient merit 410 

We give Thee but Thine own 387 

We plough the fields, and scatter 486 

We praise and bless thee, Gracious Lord 268 

We sing the praise of Him Who died 66 

We will carol joyfully 547 

Weary of earth, and laden with my sin 324 

Welcome, happy morning! age to age shall say. . . 118 

Welcome, Thou Victor in the strife 119 

What are these in bright array 246 

What cheering words are these! 411 

Whate'er my God ordains is right 402 

What our Father does is well 488 

What shall I render to my God 302 

When all Thy mercies, O my God 296 

When, His salvation bringing 546 

When I survey the wondrous Cross 97 

When in the hour of utmost need 498 

When morning gilds the skies 310 

When our heads are bowed with woe 76 

When sorrow and remorse 75 

Where cross the crowded ways of life 235 

Where high the heavenly temple stands 137 

While shepherds watched their flocks by night 28 

Who are these like stars appearing 245 , 

Who is He in yonder stall 560 

Who trusts in God, a strong abode 334 

Wide open are Thy hands 65 



FIRST LINES OF HYMNS 495 



HYMN 



Winter reigns o'er many a region 228 

With all the powers my poor heart hath 185 

With broken heart and contrite sigh 316 

Ye servants of the Lord 377 

Zion stands with hills surrounded 200 



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